Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project in Carlisle.

The successful candidate will have a background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities, with NEC contract knowledge, strong commercial awareness and experience supporting financial and contractual management of large projects. Some travel to site is required for the duration of the project.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor at Intermediate level.
• NEC Contract Knowledge.
• A background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities projects.
• Experience working on large-scale or complex projects.
• Strong commercial and cost management experience.
• Good understanding of project financial controls.
• Experience with subcontract management and change control.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability.
• The ability to travel to Carlisle throughout the project duration.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the commercial management of a major infrastructure project
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance
• Preparing and maintaining accurate cost forecasts
• Assisting with valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Managing subcontractor and supplier accounts
• Reviewing and assessing variations and changes
• Supporting the preparation and submission of commercial reports
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Assisting with the management of contractual obligations
• Reviewing subcontractor accounts and ensuring costs are accurately captured
• Supporting change control and cost management processes
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and other stakeholders
• Ensuring commercial processes are followed throughout the project lifecycle
• Providing accurate commercial information to support project decision-making

Skills

NEC Contract Knowledge

Cost Management

Stakeholder Management

Financial Controls

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project in Carlisle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career and gain further experience working on a large-scale infrastructure project within the utilities sector.

The successful candidate will ideally have a background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilites with strong commercial awareness and experience supporting the financial and contractual management of major projects.

The Opportunity

The role will be primarily focused around the Carlisle project, and as our client does not currently have an established office in the area, candidates will need to be comfortable with a degree of travel to site.

We are particularly interested in hearing from Quantity Surveyors based across the North West, with a preference for candidates located north of Manchester who can realistically and consistently travel to Carlisle for the duration of the project.

Key Responsibilities

As an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of the roject, working closely with the wider project and commercial teams.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Supporting the commercial management of a major infrastructure project
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance
• Preparing and maintaining accurate cost forecasts
• Assisting with valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Managing subcontractor and supplier accounts
• Reviewing and assessing variations and changes
• Supporting the preparation and submission of commercial reports
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Assisting with the management of contractual obligations
• Reviewing subcontractor accounts and ensuring costs are accurately captured
• Supporting change control and cost management processes
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and other stakeholders
• Ensuring commercial processes are followed throughout the project lifecycle
• Providing accurate commercial information to support project decision-making

About You

We are looking for an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor who is confident working within a project environment and is looking to develop their commercial career further.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor at Intermediate level
• NEC Contract Knowledge
• A background in civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities projects
• Experience working on large-scale or complex projects
• Strong commercial and cost management experience
• Good understanding of project financial controls
• Experience with subcontract management and change control
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider commercial team
• A willingness to travel to Carlisle throughout the project duration

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted