Quantity Surveyor

Imperial Recruitment Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Recruitment Group in Stockton-on-Tees seeks a Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for commercial and financial control of scaffolding contracts from award through final account, with strong focus on cost planning, measurement, CVR and subcontractor management.

The role requires solid numerical and analytical skills, familiarity with NEC/JCT forms, and the ability to optimise project margins while maintaining cost discipline within the Industrial division.

Qualifications

• Have proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within the scaffolding, access or wider construction industry.
• Have a solid understanding of scaffolding systems, materials and methods of work (desirable but not essential).
• Have strong numerical, financial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret cost data and identify performance drivers.
• Have a working knowledge of contract terms, procurement and Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) processes.
• Have good communication and stakeholder management skills; able to liaise effectively with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Be competent in relevant software packages, including Excel and commercial/CVR systems.
• Have experience working with NEC and/or JCT forms of contract, with the ability to understand and administer key contractual obligations, notices, variations, and entitlement provisions.
• Have strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify, manage, and mitigate contractual and financial risks, protecting project margins and the company’s commercial position.
• Be confident in negotiating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, with the ability to resolve commercial issues.
• Have the commercial awareness and client care skills to identify opportunities for additional works and support the wider team in securing repeat and future business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate take-offs, cost estimates and pricing schedules for scaffolding contracts (tube & fittings, system scaffold, temporary roofs, edge protection) from drawings, designs and site surveys
• Support the CCO in the preparation of tender submissions, ensuring pricing is accurate, competitive and reflective of the agreed scope of works
• Produce and maintain monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports for allocated contracts, identifying variances between cost and value and reporting findings to the CCO
• Monitor and control site labour, plant, hire and material costs against budget and forecast, flagging overspend or commercial risk at the earliest opportunity
• Measure and value completed scaffolding works on site to support progress valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
• Prepare, submit and track monthly applications for payment/valuations in accordance with contract terms, chasing certification and payment as required
• Identify, cost and process variations, additional works and dayworks, ensuring these are accurately recorded, submitted and agreed in a timely manner
• Place orders for scaffold materials, plant hire and subcontracted labour, seeking value for money while maintaining quality and delivery standards
• Maintain accurate hire, off-hire and material reconciliation records to minimise unnecessary cost and identify recoverable losses
• Liaise closely with Contracts Managers, Site Supervisors and scaffold designers to obtain accurate progress, labour and material usage information
• Support the CCO in the agreement of final accounts, ensuring all costs, variations and entitlements are fully captured
• Maintain up-to-date order book/WIP information for allocated contracts and elevate commercial risks or shortfalls to the CCO
• Ensure compliance with company commercial processes, templates and governance controls, and keep up to date with relevant industry standards and guidance (e.g. NASC, TG20)
• Resolve subcontractor and supplier invoice queries promptly, ensuring payments are processed accurately and within agreed terms

Skills

Cost estimation

Take-off measurement

CVR reporting

Budget control

Negotiation

Tools

Excel

CVR systems

NEC/JCT contracts

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Stockton On Tees

Salary: Negotiable

Hours: Monday – Friday 08:30am – 4:30pm

Type: Full time - Permanent

REPORTING TO: Chief Commercial Officer

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a key member of the commercial team, responsible for the commercial and financial control of scaffolding contracts from award through to final account within the Industrial division.

This position focuses on cost planning, measurement and valuation, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), and the management of subcontractors and suppliers, to protect and improve project margins. The QS will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Contracts Managers, Site Supervisors and the wider Operations team to ensure accurate cost reporting, timely payment applications, and effective control of materials, plant and labour on allocated contracts, escalating commercial risks as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare accurate take-offs, cost estimates and pricing schedules for scaffolding contracts (tube & fitting, system scaffold, temporary roofs, edge protection) from drawings, designs and site surveys


• Support the CCO in the preparation of tender submissions, ensuring pricing is accurate, competitive and reflective of the agreed scope of works


• Produce and maintain monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports for allocated contracts, identifying variances between cost and value and reporting findings to the CCO


• Monitor and control site labour, plant, hire and material costs against budget and forecast, flagging overspend or commercial risk at the earliest opportunity


• Measure and value completed scaffolding works on site to support progress valuations, applications for payment and final accounts


• Prepare, submit and track monthly applications for payment/valuations in accordance with contract terms, chasing certification and payment as required


• Identify, cost and process variations, additional works and dayworks, ensuring these are accurately recorded, submitted and agreed in a timely manner


• Place orders for scaffold materials, plant hire and subcontracted labour, seeking value for money while maintaining quality and delivery standards


• Maintain accurate hire, off-hire and material reconciliation records to minimise unnecessary cost and identify recoverable losses


• Liaise closely with Contracts Managers, Site Supervisors and scaffold designers to obtain accurate progress, labour and material usage information


• Support the CCO in the agreement of final accounts, ensuring all costs, variations and entitlements are fully captured


• Maintain up-to-date order book/WIP information for allocated contracts and elevate commercial risks or shortfalls to the CCO


• Ensure compliance with company commercial processes, templates and governance controls, and keep up to date with relevant industry standards and guidance (e.g. NASC, TG20)


• Resolve subcontractor and supplier invoice queries promptly, ensuring payments are processed accurately and within agreed terms

Requirements

• Have proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role, ideally within the scaffolding, access or wider construction industry..


• Have a solid understanding of scaffolding systems, materials and methods of work (desirable but not essential).


• Have strong numerical, financial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret cost data and identify performance drivers.


• Have a working knowledge of contract terms, procurement and Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) processes.


• Have good communication and stakeholder management skills; able to liaise effectively with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.


• Be competent in relevant software packages, including Excel and commercial/CVR systems.


• Have experience working with NEC and/or JCT forms of contract, with the ability to understand and administer key contractual obligations, notices, variations, and entitlement provisions.


• Have strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify, manage, and mitigate contractual and financial risks, protecting project margins and the company’s commercial position.


• Be confident in negotiating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, with the ability to resolve commercial issues.


• Have the commercial awareness and client care skills to identify opportunities for additional works and support the wider team in securing repeat and future business.


• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, balancing site-based and office-based demands.