Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Blyth, United Kingdom

Employment Type:

Full-time

Working Arrangement:
On-site

Sector:
Data Centres / Major Construction Projects

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a major data centre project in Blyth, UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Quantity Surveyor to develop their commercial and project management experience while working alongside an experienced team on a large-scale, technically complex construction project.

You will support the commercial team with subcontractor management, valuations, variations, cost reporting, procurement and final accounts, gaining valuable exposure across the full project lifecycle.

• Support Senior Quantity Surveyors and the commercial team with the management of subcontract packages.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, work packages, budgets and procurement activities.
• Analyse and review subcontractor tender returns.
• Support the preparation and administration of subcontract documentation.
• Assist with monthly valuations, payments and cost reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and assessment of variations, claims and other commercial matters.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Assist with cost/value reporting and cash flow forecasts.
• Support the preparation and agreement of external valuations.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts and commercial close-out.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, designers and internal project teams.
• Ensure commercial documentation is accurate and completed within required timescales.
• Identify potential commercial issues and escalated them to the Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project team to support successful project delivery.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, measurement and commercial management.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years' relevant Quantity Surveying experience within a construction environment.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying and commercial management.
• Good understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with CostX, Buildsoft or similar software is advantageous.
• Experience with a main contractor or data centre project is advantageous but not essential.

Quantity Surveying | Commercial Management | Data Centres | Construction | Subcontract Management | Procurement | Tender Analysis | Valuations | Variations | Claims | Cost Reporting | Cash Flow | Final Accounts | CostX | Buildsoft | Excel