Quantity Surveyor - Newport

Mane Contract Services; Rhiwderin; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Sick pay

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Share save scheme

Additional annual leave

Job summary

Mane Contract Services in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. You will manage project finances, subcontractor accounts, and ensure commercial and contractual control across multiple projects nationwide.

The role covers variations, valuations, final accounts and cost reporting, supporting delivery while maximizing value. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in the construction industry, ideally structural steel.
• HND or degree in a relevant field is advantageous.
• RICS membership would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring financial and contractual control.
• Review and agree subcontract documentation and terms.
• Prepare and submit variations, claims and measurements for interim valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor costs, revenue, forecasts and cash flow across projects.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Attend sites nationwide to monitor commercial progress and coordinate with subcontractors.

Skills

Commercial management

Contractual management

Cost control

Variations

Valuations

Final accounts

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree/HND

Job description

An established UK leader in structural steelwork, specialising in the design, fabrication and construction of a diverse range of projects. With over 75 years of industry experience, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality structural steel solutions, supported by a skilled workforce and a professional, forward-thinking team.

The company is now looking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project finances, overseeing subcontractor accounts, controlling costs and ensuring effective commercial and contractual management across a range of projects nationwide.

The Role

RoleTo manage the financial and contractual aspects of subcontractor accounts across multiple projects nationwide, ensuring effective cost control, risk management and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves providing commercial guidance, maintaining effective communication with subcontractors and internal teams, and supporting the successful delivery of projects while maximising value and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring effective financial and contractual control.
• Review, analyse and agree subcontract documentation, including terms and conditions, warranties and bonds.
• Investigate, prepare and submit variations, claims and measurements to support interim valuations and final account settlements.
• Monitor and report on project costs, revenue performance, cost forecasts and cash flow.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to internal teams and relevant external stakeholders.
• Review, negotiate and agree subcontractor accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Attend project sites nationwide to monitor commercial progress and coordinate with subcontractors and project teams.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in the construction industry, ideally within structural steelwork.
• Previous experience in the structural steel sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual management, cost control, variations, valuations and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant academic qualifications, such as an HND or degree, would be advantageous.
• Professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) would be beneficial.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
• Friday: 8:30 am - 3:45 pm.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be dependent on experience. The benefits package includes a company pension, sick pay scheme, health plan, cycle-to-work scheme, share save scheme and the option to purchase additional annual leave.