Quantity Surveyor

Construction, Property and Engineering; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the North East is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of new-build housing projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in civil engineering, strong financial awareness, and excellent negotiation skills. This role involves preparing costings, managing budgets, and working closely with site teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing all commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Preparation and analysis of project costings for tenders.
• Ability to negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders.
• Manage project budgets and track costs throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks.
• Prepare detailed progress reports and financial forecasts.
• Value completed work and manage subcontractor payments.
• Work closely with site teams and management.

Skills

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the civil engineering sector

Excellent commercial and financial awareness

Strong communication and negotiation skills

A methodical, organised approach with a keen eye for detail

Proficiency in relevant costing and management software

Education

A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with experience in Residential civil engineering? We are looking for a skilled professional to join a team, working on dynamic new-build housing projects across the North East

This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll be a key player in managing all commercial aspects of our projects, ensuring financial success from the initial bid to the final account.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders.


• Manage project budgets and track costs throughout the construction lifecycle.


• Negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.


• Identify and mitigate commercial risks.


• Prepare detailed progress reports and financial forecasts.


• Value completed work and manage subcontractor payments.


• Work closely with site teams and management to ensure projects are delivered efficiently.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the civil engineering sector.


• A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.


• Excellent commercial and financial awareness.


• Strong communication and negotiation skills.


• A methodical, organised approach with a keen eye for detail.


• Proficiency in relevant costing and management software.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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