Quantity Surveyor

Axis CLC; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Free Parking

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing)

Volunteer day

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Axis CLC based in Darlington is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to drive cost control, value for money and governance across healthcare, education and public sector interior fit-out projects. The role operates in a framework-driven environment with strong emphasis on accuracy and collaboration.

You will handle valuations, cost reports, subcontractor accounts, variations, budgets, cashflow and cost value reconciliations, partnering with delivery teams to align commercial and project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial and public sector environments.
• Sound knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract and cost control procedures.
• Strong commercial judgement, attention to detail and client/stakeholder liaison.
• IT literacy including Excel and commercial systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial delivery on interior, fit-out and refurbishment projects in healthcare, education and public sector.
• Prepare and review valuations, cost reports and forecasts.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, applications and final accounts.
• Control variations with pricing justification.
• Assist budgets, cashflow forecasts and cost value reconciliations.
• Coordinate with operational teams to align delivery and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and client requirements.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support audits, reporting and governance processes.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost control

Communication

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Excel

Tools

Excel

Commercial systems

Job description

Our team based in Darlington are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor. This is a key role within the commercial team, responsible for ensuring cost control, value for money and robust commercial governance across the contract. The role suits a Quantity Surveyor who is comfortable working in a structured, framework-driven environment and who values consistency, accuracy and collaboration who is not adverse to occasional pricing. What You ll Be Doing

• Manage the commercial and financial delivery of commercial interior, fit-out, and refurbishment projects across healthcare, education, and public sector environments.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, cost reports and forecasts
• Managing subcontractor accounts, applications and final accounts
• Controlling variations, ensuring accurate pricing and commercial justification
• Supporting the preparation of budgets, cashflow forecasts and cost value reconciliations
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure alignment between delivery and commercial outcomes
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms, schedule of rates and client requirements
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Supporting audits, reporting and internal governance processes
• This role requires strong commercial judgement, attention to detail and the ability to build effective working relationships across operational and client teams.
  Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial and public sector environments.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects ranging from £250k to £2.5m+, supported by a sound understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract and effective cost control procedures.
• Confidence managing subcontractor accounts and valuations
• Good working knowledge of contractual and commercial processes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• IT literacy, including Excel and commercial systems
  Concept, part of Axis CLC, is one of the UK s leading property service specialists, delivering expert property maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003 and backed by the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices with more than 2,500 employees and over 110 years of combined experience. Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions across a wide range of essential property services.
  Salary between £60,000 - £70,000 depending upon experience
• Car Allowance
• Free Parking
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)1 paid volunteer day
• £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC
• Why Axis CLC Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.