Quantity Surveyor

Taylor Wimpey Plc; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national property development company in Tees Valley is seeking a Commercial Management professional to assist in procurement and contractual aspects of projects. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of building regulations and health and safety requirements, as well as proficiency in the COINS system. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with commercial procedures, managing project budgets, and attending site meetings. The position offers excellent benefits, including life insurance and health care, and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on creating a positive impact.

Benefits

Excellent retail discounts

Company funded life insurance

Private health care

Quality pension scheme

Discounted house purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of NHBC and Health and Safety requirements.
• Ability to manage internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with TW Commercial Manual and Operating Framework.
• Work with departments to improve cost effectiveness.
• Process applications and payments with Finance.
• Monitor and explain cost movements.
• Attend site regularly to complete Commercial functions.

Skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Client Management

IT Literacy (COINS system preferred)

Education

Industry related business qualification

Tools

COINS

Excel

Job description

Overview

Our regional commercial teams are integral to the successful delivery of every Taylor Wimpey project. This role is an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team assisting with procurement, commercial and contractual aspects of the BU. The role interfaces with all staff involved in the project including BUMT, site teams, subcontractors, external suppliers and JV / Development partners.

Responsibilities

• Ensure commercial procedures comply with the TW Commercial Manual and Operating Framework.
• Work with other departments to ensure project viability and improve cost effectiveness.
• Ensure all specifications and programmes are complied with and that quality is not compromised.
• Process applications and payments and resolve any issues in conjunction with the Finance Department.
• Assist in WIP and cash flow forecasting.
• Monitor, reconcile and recharge any shared cost items with other businesses within the Group or external Companies.
• Calculate all prime costs on developments within your remit and report cost movements since the funding exercise.
• Assist in the preparation of Project Budgets for authorisation by the Business Unit Management Team.
• Maintain the development budget in Coins and BoQ.
• Manage RSL valuations and attend on‑site meetings.
• Monitor and explain all cost movements within the project valuation.
• Process contractor, subcontractor and consultant orders and payments, variation orders and day works.
• Review any variations on 3rd Party projects and liaise with the Technical Project Manager for approvals.
• Undertake site valuations of production at budgeted cost monthly.
• Carry out full CVR process and prepare and present information for monthly finance meetings.
• Create Cost to Completes and keep the current budget up to date.
• Forecast final accounts and prepare and present cost to complete reports.
• Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating (Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc.).
• Attend Pre‑Start, Pre‑Tender, specification and any other relevant meetings as required.
• Input and maintain any computer‑based databases or systems including Coins and Excel.
• Attend site regularly to complete Commercial functions.
• Any other duties as required by the Senior Commercial Manager.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements.
• Industry related business qualification.
• Manage internal and external clients.
• IT literate (COINS system preferred).

Benefits

• Excellent retail discounts.
• Company funded life insurance and private health care.
• Access to a quality pension scheme with company contributions.
• Discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme and share plans.
• Opportunity to tailor your benefit package.

Company Culture

At Taylor Wimpey, we don't just build houses; we build futures. Not just for the people who live in our homes, but for our own people too. When we bring our collective skills together, we make amazing things happen – for ourselves, for each other and for our customers. We believe in making a positive difference to our planet and to people. Home to work that matters, and you can be a part of it.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions that affect their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role.