Elliott Vincent

• Executed end-to-end commercial management for projects from pre-construction to final account agreement.
• Managed change control process, delivering client cost advice effectively.
• Prepared and submitted interim valuations alongside running final accounts.
• Procured and commercially managed supply chain partners optimising cost control.
• Reviewed and negotiated Sub-contracts and Sub-Subcontracts to mitigate contractual risk.
• Oversaw project cash flow management to maintain financial stability.
• Produced, and presented internal financial reports.
• Guided development of Graduate QS through mentoring and support.

Final year of university completed alongside end-to-end commercial management of 2 projects with a combined value of £10m, from pre-construction to final account agreement.

Promotion to this role is testament to my progressive skills and experience within the M&E commercial sector. This role promotes continuation of progression and a greater autonomy over previous roles and responsibilities.

• Obtained cost information including estimating data and tender quotations.
• Reviewed, valued and agreed contra-charges issued by the client with minimal guidance from the Senior QS.
• Assisted the Senior QS in finalising cost value reconciliations.
• Performed general commercial administration duties including filing and managing internal correspondence.
• Assessed payment applications, valuations and cost reconciliations.
• Obtained and reviewed quotes for works and services, developing accurate pricing schedules to save monies where possible.
• Priced variations with the aim to maximise net profit margin where possible.
• Supported commercial evaluation and negotiation of tenders through service take offs , cost comparisons and material / labour analysis split.
• Supported Project Managers with commercial and contract management duties to maintain cost-effectiveness.
• Actively attended team meetings weekly, contributing with commercial activity where possible.
• Prepared supply chain enquiries.
• Contributed to the negotiation, administration and finalisation of subcontracts.