Assistant Contracts Surveyor

NRL; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL in Newcastle is seeking an Assistant Contracts Surveyor to support the commercial management team across all stages of project delivery.

This role suits someone with early experience or a strong educational background in surveying who aims to develop their cost-focused commercial skills within a professional team.

Location: Newcastle. The successful candidate will liaise with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure accurate cost reporting and compliance with NEC/JCT contracts.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with NEC/JCT contracts preferred.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and cost management software.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within the commercial function.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing subcontracts from procurement through account settlement.
• Support the preparation of cost reports, valuations, and payment applications.
• Help track project costs and maintain accurate financial records.
• Contribute to risk and value management, providing cost data for decision-making.
• Assist with preparing tender documents and reviewing contract conditions.
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication.
• Maintain compliance with contractual obligations and procedures.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Cost management software

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost management software

Job description

We’re looking for an Assistant Contracts Surveyor to join a major construction project, supporting the commercial management team across all stages of project delivery.

This role is a great opportunity for someone with early experience or a strong educational background in surveying who is keen to develop their skills within a professional team.

Location: Newcastle - full details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Client Overview

Our client is a trusted name in the construction industry, known for delivering complex projects with a strong focus on quality, safety, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing subcontracts from procurement through account settlement
• Support the preparation of cost reports, valuations, and payment applications
• Help track project costs and maintain accurate financial records
• Contribute to risk and value management, providing cost data for decision-making
• Assist with preparing tender documents and reviewing contract conditions
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication
• Maintain compliance with contractual obligations and procedures

Must-have Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Familiarity with construction contracts (NEC/JCT) preferred
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and cost management software
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within the commercial function

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.