Quantity Surveyor

We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established company working on high-quality projects across the region. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for projects and packages from procurement through construction and final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of new-build construction projects and subcontract packages
• Procurement, negotiation and appointment of subcontractors
• Preparation and management of subcontract documentation
• Measurement, valuations and assessment of subcontractor applications
• Preparation of monthly cost reports, CVRs and project forecasts
• Management of variations, change control and contractual notices
• Monitoring project costs, value and cash flow against agreed budgets
• Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and the wider commercial team
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Client liaison and agreement of valuations and variations
• Management and negotiation of subcontractor final accounts
• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of the project final account
• Ensuring projects are commercially controlled in accordance with company procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment
• Strong new-build construction experience
• Experience working on commercial projects or other major building projects
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and subcontract procurement
• Strong understanding of cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills
• Able to manage subcontract packages with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification preferred

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of new-build projects. The company can offer long-term career progression, exposure to significant construction schemes and the opportunity to develop within an established commercial team.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee mentoring programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance