Quantity Surveyor

Mitie Projects; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Progression opportunities

Mentorship and development

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to support the Custom Solar commercial department within the Power & Grid unit. The role is hybrid, based in Chesterfield, and involves cost data collation, budget management, and subcontractor administration.

Ideal candidates have a 2:2 QS degree, 3+ years' experience, and solid knowledge of Contract Law with NEC preferred. You will mentor junior staff and engage in client meetings as part of a growing solar development team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 2:2 QS degree or equivalent.
• At least 3+ years experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of Contract Law; NEC experience preferred.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Collate monthly cost data to support CVR production.
• Manage budgets and forecasting for projects; provide monthly updates.
• Ensure contract administration aligns with contract requirements.
• Oversee cash management and cash flows.
• Prepare forecasting documentation.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including variations and final accounts.
• Attend progress meetings and participate in weekly commercial meetings.
• Conduct site visits and support client meetings with Commercial Manager.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure governance with internal processes.

Skills

Contract law knowledge

NEC experience

Financial acumen

Willingness for site visits

Education

Quantity Surveying degree (2:2)

Job description

ROLE: Quantity Surveyor

HOURS: 40 Hours Per Week

LOCATION: Chesterfield (Hybrid)

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor who will support the Custom Solar commercial department and contribute to the Power & Grid business unit as part of one of the UK's leading specialist Solar PV developers.

Role Responsibilities:

• Collate monthly cost data to support the Commercial Manager with the production of CVRs.
• Manage budget control and forecasting for allocated projects, providing monthly updates.
• Ensure correct contract administration of allocated projects in line with contract requirements.
• Oversee cash management and cash flow production.
• Prepare forecasting documentation.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including measurement of works, variations, liability trackers, payment notices, and final accounts.
• Attend progress meetings and contribute to weekly commercial meetings.
• Conduct site visits and support client meetings alongside the Commercial Manager.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure work is carried out in line with internal processes and governance.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.
• 3+ years' experience working at Quantity Surveyor level.
• Excellent understanding of Contract Law, with NEC suite experience preferred.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
• Willingness to undertake site visits.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialist Solar PV developers.
• A supportive environment focused on commercial development and progression.
• Be part of a high‑performing Power & Grid business unit within a growing and future‑focused division.