Quantity Surveyor

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Career development

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking an early-career Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a major data centre project in Blyth. You will assist with cost management, subcontract packages, valuations and variations under guidance from senior colleagues.

This role suits someone with 2–5 years in Quantity Surveying, a relevant degree, strong numerical and communication skills, and a drive to learn construction processes within a leading data centre contractor.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying within a construction environment.
• Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with CostX, Buildsoft or similar software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team with the management of subcontract packages.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, work packages, budgets and procurement activities.
• Assist with the analysis and review of subcontractor tender returns.
• Support the preparation and administration of subcontractor documentation.
• Assist with monthly valuations, payments and cost reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and assessment of variations, claims and other commercial matters.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Assist with the preparation of cost/value and cash flow reports.
• Support the preparation and agreement of external valuations.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts and commercial close-out.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, designers and internal project teams as required.
• Ensure commercial documentation is prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify potential commercial issues and escal ate them to the Senior Quantity Surveyor where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project team to support the successful delivery of the project.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, measurement and commercial management.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or related

Tools

Excel

CostX

Buildsoft

Job description

About Us

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team on a major data centre project in Blyth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Quantity Surveyor to develop their commercial and project management skills while working alongside an experienced team on a large-scale data centre project.

The successful candidate will support the commercial team in managing costs, subcontractor packages, valuations, variations and other commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team with the management of subcontract packages.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, work packages, budgets and procurement activities.
• Assist with the analysis and review of subcontractor tender returns.
• Support the preparation and administration of subcontractor documentation.
• Assist with monthly valuations, payments and cost reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and assessment of variations, claims and other commercial matters.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Assist with the preparation of cost/value and cash flow reports.
• Support the preparation and agreement of external valuations.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts and commercial close-out.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, designers and internal project teams as required.
• Ensure commercial documentation is prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify potential commercial issues and escal ate them to the Senior Quantity Surveyor where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project team to support the successful delivery of the project.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, measurement and commercial management.

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years’ relevant experience in Quantity Surveying in a construction environment.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying and commercial management.
• Good understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with CostX, Buildsoft or similar software is advantageous but not essential.
• Data centre or main contractor experience is advantageous but not essential

Benefits

• Work for a leading Construction company specialising in Data Centres
• Competitive salary packages
• Collaborative working environment
• Develop your career with a supportive team

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer.