My client, who are an International Manufacturer, working across the largest projects in Europe, are recruiting for a Mechanical QS on a contract basis. Rates negotiable. This will be to join my client’s decarbonization project in Antwerp/Luxembourg.
Your role Joining an ambitious and dynamic project, you will be part of the Program Controls & Governance team as a Quantity Surveyor / Evaluator (of work done). As a Quantity Surveyor, you will act as a business partner to the project team and play a crucial role in managing project delivery and monitoring work packages. Your role will involve ensuring adherence to budgets, providing timely, reliable, and quality analysis. You'll need exceptional commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and a strong understanding of project management principles to drive the financial success of the project.
Main tasks

Develop price/forecasts for the cost of different project components and assess project feasibility.
Track changes in design and construction work packages, adjusting budget projections accordingly.
Calculate material quantities, labor costs, and project timeframes for work packages.
Measure and value the work completed on project work packages. Analyze and recommend actions on agreed project KPIs (e.g., Value of Work Done, Earned Value Management, Schedule Performance Index, Cost Performance Index).
Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, including estimates, forecasts, and cost performance analysis for management.
Collaborate with EPCM to monitor subcontractors, construction progress, and material needs, and prepare labor and supplier accounts for payment.
Work closely with contractors and EPCM/PMC to ensure that the forecast to complete aligns with plans and schedules. Highlight and address variances with stakeholders in a timely manner.
Collaborate with internal teams to update and build a reliable forecast for project costs.
Analyze project budgets, actuals, forecast to complete, and variances to identify potential risks and opportunities for cost savings.
Monitor project progress and track actual costs versus budget, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
Conduct control meetings to guide teams on progress, cost management, and budget planning, addressing any concerns.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and financial regulations.

What we’re looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, or Business Administration. A relevant professional certification (e.g., PMI) is a plus.
5-10 years of Quantity Surveyor experience on complex, multi-million projects.
Strong knowledge of project management principles, cost control methodologies, and financial analysis techniques.
Ability to see the big picture and take a hands-on approach when needed.
Proficiency in ERP/IT tools (SAP, BW, Power BI), with advanced Excel skills.
Demonstrated commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and a detail-oriented mindset, with a commitment to delivering accurate, timely results.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely.
Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

It’s a plus if you also have the following

Experience with EPCM and PMC interface.
Experience in large-scale project environments.

We are looking for a Heavy Lifting Engineer/Supervisor to join our client’s project team. This role, based in Antwerp with on-site responsibilities in Zeebrugge, is essential for coordinating lifting operations and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards on-site. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing subcontractors and ensuring effective execution of heavy-lifting activities.
Function

Maintain coordination with other discipline supervisors/superintendents working in the area to manage activities and related interferences.
Organize activities in close collaboration with the line Construction Manager/Discipline Superintendent, ensuring continuity through information sharing and teamwork.
Ensure that materials used in construction comply with project technical documents, codes, and specifications and that stock levels meet the work schedule.
Monitor the productivity of subcontractor activities concerning quality and quantity (in collaboration with Project Control).
Ensure all assigned activities are completed on time, addressing deficiencies promptly with the Construction Manager/Discipline Superintendent to define and implement corrective actions.
Verify and discuss modifications or discrepancies in activities with the Construction Manager/Discipline Superintendent and Field Project Engineer, cooperating to issue Sketches Layout (SKL) for relevant modifications when work must differ from the drawings.
Propose improvement solutions that arise during work execution and assist the Field Project Engineer in responding to subcontractor site queries.
Record modifications after approval and, in cooperation with the Construction Manager/Discipline Superintendent, inform the Subcontract Administrator of contractual changes.
Prepare and complete the Request for Work Execution (R.W.E.) form for any extra work not included in the contract or for field modifications, securing further approvals before execution, as per the Subcontracting Department procedure.
Confirm that subcontractors work based on the latest editions of all drawings and technical documents (with the Construction QC Inspector).
Verify subcontractor manpower presence on-site using the "Manpower Presence Report" (with Subcontracting Management).
Check, sign, and collect all subcontractor time sheets for hourly reimbursement work.
Prepare/check subcontractor's monthly/weekly progress and transmit relevant data to Project Control.
Proactively ensure that no holds occur for subcontractor work due to a lack of required engineering documents, materials, or accessibility to work areas to avoid subcontractor claims (with Project Control and Field Engineer).
Prepare and issue Construction and Final Punch Lists to subcontractors, following up on the completion of outstanding work until final acceptance by the client.
Verify subcontractor field surveying and establish reference benchmarks for elevation and alignment as per the scope of work, ensuring correct execution.
Ensure subcontractors adhere to the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and that inspections are conducted timely per project procedures.
Collaborate and support QC Inspector colleagues during related inspections.
Identify possible non-conformities per the Quality Assurance System Procedure and suggest corrective actions.
Maintain a daily Site Diary.
Ensure safe working practices related to lifting operations in close liaison with the Safety Officer, informing them of proposed work areas and activities.
Familiarize with arrangements for heavy lifts and responsibilities according to project requirements.
Ensure the Lifting Check List is completed correctly in coordination with other discipline supervisors before lifting operations.
Confirm the Crane Check List is accurately completed and that the crane is positioned per the Lifting Plot Plan.
Maintain close liaison with the heavy lift contractor representative who controls all lifting operations.
Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in erecting and operating machines to hoist and convey machinery and equipment, such as structural beams and metal tanks, at construction sites.
Monitor daily progress in the assigned area and keep records of installed quantities.
Evaluate contractor lifting studies.
Oversee and supervise all field lifting operations and trades tests for contractor riggers as required.
Inspect all lifting equipment to ensure proper testing and certification per applicable codes and regulations.
Review schedules for cranes and riggers.
Inspect the quality of work daily, ensuring adherence to drawing data and specifications.
Monitor the movement of any abnormal loads on-site, ensuring safe traverses using authorized routes. Anticipate material delivery requirements.
Rig items of equipment for erection to the crane/lifting equipment using recommended ‘Lifting Points’ per the method statement.
Prepare and follow up on the call-off for the crane contractor in coordination with other discipline supervisors and requests from other subcontractors.
Manage access to the construction site and circulation within the site, preparing and following up on necessary permits for circulation, road closures, and area holds as per site procedures.
Check and follow up on studies, permits, and activities for special and non-special transport to and from the construction site from barges, warehouses, and storage areas.

Requirements

Proven interpersonal skills.
Strong computer literacy (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.).
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Works with integrity and ethically, upholding organizational values.
Fluent in written and spoken English.
Solid background in the relevant discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction site management.
Possession of VCA-vol certification.

Permit-to-Work Coordinator
We are seeking a Permit-to-Work Coordinator for a project based in Antwerp, supporting operations for a key client in the energy sector. This role will involve regular travel to the project site in Zeebrugge and is crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of permit-to-work procedures to meet health, safety, and environmental objectives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Act as the single point of contact for all PTW activities, serving as the primary interface between all parties involved in the PTW process. Provide upfront advice and support to users of the PTW process and system, ensuring necessary logistics for PTW.
Liaise with performing parties during the planning phase to complete the Permit Review/Screening, ensuring that appropriate Method Statements and Job Hazard Analyses are performed.
Participate in daily/weekly coordination meetings, updating and circulating lists of planned work activities with relevant order and priority. Maintain a daily register of PTWs, supplementary certificates/PTWs, audits, and performance statistics.
Ensure supervisors have an overview of all planned and ongoing activities that may impact site activities.
Facilitate constructive working relationships across all contractors and liaise with discipline supervisors regarding work planning for construction execution.
Work closely with the Performing Authority and Permit applicant to identify appropriate hazards and controls for each task.
Manage the Permit to Work system, keeping all data accurately reflecting the construction site’s work state.
Perform spot checks on permitted work activities to ensure compliance with PTW procedures and other company guidelines. Coordinate and conduct routine PTW audits, serving as the focal point for PTW audits.
Act as the installation administrator of the electronic permit system.
Track and advise line management of overdue or expired permits, certificates, and forms, maintaining records and hard copies of all PTW documentation per the document retention policy.
Identify ways to improve the PTW process and system regarding safety, effectiveness, and efficiency, proposing improvements to the Site HSSE Manager.
Develop necessary PTW reports and statistics, including non-compliance reports, at regular intervals.
Create and deliver PTW training sessions as required, instructing all parties involved in the PTW process on the use of dedicated software and procedures.
Participate in PTW audits and incident and near-miss investigations related to the Permit to Work process when nominated by line management.
Assist the HSSE Manager in reviewing contractor documentation, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments.
Interface with all disciplines on-site, managing multiple stakeholders and navigating potentially difficult conversations effectively.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general PC skills.
Proficient with email systems; Microsoft Outlook preferred.
Good communication and writing skills in English and Dutch; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Familiarity with Oracle is preferred.
BSc, Engineering Degree, or Diploma or equivalent.
VCA certification.
Minimum of 3 years of field experience.
Ability to manage workloads to completion.
Must collaborate with the team to develop improved work processes for the site HSSE department.