Liam Kay
Sydney,NSW
Summary
A motivated professional with extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor and Contract Administrator in both the UK and Australia, I have successfully navigated diverse and challenging environments, working on Design & Build and Construct Only projects. My strengths include clear communication, strong teamwork, and a sharp attention to detail, which I continually refine throughout my career. I am equally effective working independently or within a team. With experience across multiple contract models including JCT, NEC, and GC21, I am committed to professional growth and advancing through the commercial career path.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Administrator
McConnell Dowell Constructors
11.2022 - Current
- Working on the Kamay Ferry Wharves Project ($60m)
- Support the Project Manager to protect and enhance the commercial position of the project.
- Manage subcontract accounts and commercial performance including review of payment applications and issuance of payment schedules.
- Ensure that all subcontractors, supply, and services contracts and procured, executed, delivered, and closed out, in accordance with company commercial policies.
- Undertake timely and accurate preparation of the monthly cost reporting and forecasting.
- Undertake the commercial aspects of contract negotiations and disputes with the Project Manager and Subcontractors.
- Preparation of progress claims for work completed in line with commercial and contractual arrangements.
- Identification, pricing, and negotiation of variations to the Contract in accordance with the GC21 Contract.
- Assist in preparation of monthly commercial reports, both in house and to the Client.
- Ensure that head contract and subcontract obligations are communication and understood by the site team.
- Effectively liaise with other team members to ensure the Company’s commercial positions.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Solely managed the commercial aspects of concurrent frameworks with Manchester Airport Group, local councils, and The John Lewis Partnership plc, delivering projects including fit-outs, refurbishments, new builds, and civil works from conception to practical completion.
- Management of various forms of NEC & JCT
- Management of bespoke subcontracts
- Management of the key project subcontract package valued at £1m+
- Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers including contract negotiations
- Change / variation management (subcontracts and main contract)
- Assist and support the development of the commercial staff within the team
- Client and stakeholder engagement
Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
- Managed subcontractor relationships by setting clear expectations, maintaining open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality work products and timely responses to inquiries or concerns.
Trainee Estimator / Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
UCLAN
Preston United Kingdom07.2019
Level 4 HNC - Construction
Blackpool & Fylde College
Blackpool United Kingdom07.2016
A Levels - Product Design, Physical Education, ICT
Carr Hill Sixth Form Centre
Preston United Kingdom07.2013
GCSE - 13 GCSEs At Grade C Or Above
Carr Hill High School
Preston United Kingdom07.2011
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Contract Management (JCT, NEC & GC21)
- Contract Negotiation
- Legal Compliance
- Relationships and rapport
- Procurement
- Contract performance monitoring
- Change management
- Forecasting & monthly reporting
- Attention to detail
- Strategic thinking
Certification
Currently working towards obtaining chartership with the RICS.
Timeline
Contract Administrator
McConnell Dowell Constructors
11.2022 - Current
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
07.2019 - 11.2022
Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2019
Trainee Estimator / Quantity Surveyor
Warden Construction Ltd
04.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
UCLAN
Level 4 HNC - Construction
Blackpool & Fylde College
A Levels - Product Design, Physical Education, ICT
Carr Hill Sixth Form Centre
GCSE - 13 GCSEs At Grade C Or Above
Carr Hill High School
Currently working towards obtaining chartership with the RICS.
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