Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor is sought by Allscreens Nationwide Ltd to oversee contract management and cost control on key projects. You will drive profitability through rigorous financial performance, variation management and adherence to contractual terms.

In this role you will provide cost analysis to production teams, report on forecasts, and collaborate with clients, engineers and site teams to ensure commercial alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of contract management and commercial principles.
• Proven cost control, variation management, and financial reporting experience.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or manufacturing project environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control project costs to ensure budgets and commercial targets are achieved.
• Administer and manage variations in line with contractual terms.
• Monitor and report on project financial performance and forecasts.
• Provide cost analysis and feedback to production teams to aid decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Support the implementation of improved cost and time control processes.
• Interpret and apply contract requirements effectively within project environments.
• Assist in resolving commercial issues and discrepancies across project documentation.
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and site teams to ensure commercial alignment.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

CostX

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Title Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor

We’re looking for a commercially driven Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our client’s team. This role suits an individual with strong expertise in managing contracts, cost control, and project financial performance. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring contractual compliance, controlling variations, and driving profitability across key operations.

Salary Competitive

Location and Working Pattern Office-based, 39 hours per week

Client Overview Our client is a leading organisation committed to delivering high-quality engineering and construction projects. They pride themselves on maintaining strong commercial control and building successful relationships with stakeholders throughout every stage of the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control project costs to ensure budgets and commercial targets are achieved
• Administer and manage variations in line with contractual terms
• Monitor and report on project financial performance and forecasts
• Provide cost analysis and feedback to production teams to aid decision-making
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Support the implementation of improved cost and time control processes
• Interpret and apply contract requirements effectively within project environments
• Assist in resolving commercial issues and discrepancies across project documentation
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and site teams to ensure commercial alignment

Must-have Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field
• Strong understanding of contract management and commercial principles
• Proven cost control, variation management, and financial reporting experience
• Previous experience in construction, engineering, or manufacturing project environments
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong mathematical and analytical capability

Nice-to-have Skills

• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
• Experience in resolving discrepancies between design, specification, and site conditions

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support