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