Quantity Surveyor – Flexible, Car Allowance & Growth

Wates; Olney; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Car allowance

Company car

Travel covered to sites

Private medical

Pension 8%

Health & Wellness programme

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Training programme

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Wates is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead on exciting projects across the Northern region, delivering cost management, value for money, and proactive financial control through the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with project managers and clients, prepare detailed estimates and tender documents, manage subcontractor accounts, and contribute to final accounts and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management, budgeting and value engineering.
• Ability to prepare tender documents and predict project costs.
• Strong collaboration with project managers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Cost management: prepare detailed estimates, budgets, and tender documents to ensure financial control.
• Subcontractor Liaison: Manage subcontractor accounts, including negotiating contracts, handling valuations, and payments.
• Financial Reporting: Provide accurate financial reports, forecasts and cost analysis to support decisions.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential financial risks within budget.
• Final Accounts: Lead preparation of final accounts and settlement of costs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, clients and stakeholders to ensure delivery.

Job description

Wates is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead on exciting projects across the Northern region, delivering cost management, value for money, and proactive financial control through the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with project managers and clients, prepare detailed estimates and tender documents, manage subcontractor accounts, and contribute to final accounts and financial reporting.