Quantity Surveyor – Data Centre Projects (Early Career)

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; Blyth; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary packages

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Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a major data centre project in Blyth, England. This role is suitable for an early-career professional looking to develop commercial and project management skills.

You will support cost management, subcontract packages, valuations, variations and other commercial activities across the project lifecycle, working with senior surveyors and internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years’ relevant experience in Quantity Surveying in a construction environment.
• Good understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with CostX, Buildsoft or similar software is advantageous but not essential.
• Data centre or main contractor experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyors and commercial team with the management of subcontract packages.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, work packages, budgets and procurement activities.
• Assist with the analysis and review of subcontractor tender returns.
• Support the preparation and administration of subcontractor documentation.
• Assist with monthly valuations, payments and cost reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and assessment of variations, claims and other commercial matters.
• Monitor project costs and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Assist with the preparation of cost/value and cash flow reports.
• Support the preparation and agreement of external valuations.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts and commercial close-out.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, designers and internal project teams as required.
• Ensure commercial documentation is prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
• Identify potential commercial issues and elevate them to the Senior Quantity Surveyor where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project team to support the successful delivery of the project.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, measurement and commercial management.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or related

Tools

CostX

Buildsoft

Excel

Job description

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a major data centre project in Blyth, England. This role is suitable for an early-career professional looking to develop commercial and project management skills.

You will support cost management, subcontract packages, valuations, variations and other commercial activities across the project lifecycle, working with senior surveyors and internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely delivery.