Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable regional housebuilder is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves profitability delivery through procurement and cost management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in cost control and contractor management.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: ONC, HNC (or equivalent) OR qualified by experience.
• HND or Degree qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver profitability through procurement, cost planning, control, and commercial input.
• Increase Trade Contractor Base by identifying new partners.
• Manage remeasurement of work on site where necessary.

Skills

Cost Management

Procurement

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

ONC, HNC or equivalent

HND or Degree Qualified

Job description

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor

PLC Housebuilder

£60,000- £65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

A reputable regional housebuilder are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their close knit team!

Key Purpose of Role:

To deliver profitability for the company through procurement; cost planning, control, and general commercial input throughout the development process, delivered on time and within budget. To understand, implement and adhere to the company’s Health and Safety policy and strategy.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Increase Trade Contractor Base:

• - Identify New Trade Contractor Partners.
• - Improve relationships and resolve issues with existing Trade Contractors.

'All-Risk' Procurement:

• - Tender for ‘all-risk’ Road, Sewers and Plot works:
• - Procure enabling and land remediation subcontract packages.
• Cost Management and Reporting
• - Compile and present site start budgets to the Chief QS.
• - Create subcontract tender comparisons for sign-off.

New Site Starts

• - Attend regular site visits and collaborate with construction teams to ensure seamless build programme(s) are adhered to.
• - Procure subcontract work packages in-line with our specification.

Cost Control

• - Attend regular site visits & Assist other team members.
• - Manage remeasurement of work on site where necessary.
• - Raise orders prior to management sign-off with appropriate documentation.

Skills & Attributes:

• Qualifications: ONC, HNC (or equivalent) OR Qualified by experience. HND or Degree Qualified (desirable).

If you feel like you have the relevant experience, please apply within!