Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Company CarLocation: North East England (Head Office & various site locations as required)Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

An established contractor operating across the construction, civil engineering, and groundworks sectors is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of its contract works. This role is ideal for someone with strong commercial awareness who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Main Purpose of the Role

To support the day-to-day running and commercial management of contract works, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with contract claims and valuations

  • Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance and mitigate risk

  • Conduct contract measures and commercial forecasts

  • Support tender preparation, including bills of quantities

  • Track schedule amendments and update budget projections

  • Procure and manage subcontractor services

  • Check and authorise subcontractor invoices and valuations

  • Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, and project professionals

  • Ensure all commercial documentation is accurate and up-to-date

  • Take commercial responsibility for selected contracts, including agreeing final accounts

  • Collaborate with the Contracts Management team on applications for payment

  • Maintain regular meetings with the Commercial Manager to review contract positions

  • Maintain awareness of Health & Safety regulations on site

Skills and Experience Required
  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, civil engineering, groundworks, or related sectors

  • Strong understanding of contract law, valuations, and commercial reporting

  • Experience with tendering, bills of quantities, and cost forecasting

  • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents

  • Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets effectively

  • Experience with subcontract procurement, management, and payment processes

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise at all levels

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple contracts simultaneously

  • Full UK driving licence (site travel required)

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop a career in commercial management within a dynamic, hands-on environment, with responsibility for key contracts across multiple sites.