Senior Quantity Surveyor

Keepmoat Homes; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building industry is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in their North East region. You will manage all surveying activities for complex housing developments, ensuring compliance and efficient collaboration with various stakeholders. The role is suitable for experienced professionals and Assistant Quantity Surveyors looking to advance their careers within a supportive environment focused on healthy work practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is necessary.
• Able to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Candidates from Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Manage surveying activities across multiple housing developments.
• Set, monitor, and deliver budgets.
• Liaise with subcontractors and support junior team members.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

RICS membership

Surveying degree or HND

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join us in our North East region.

The main base will be from our regional head office in Hebburn, and due to the nature of the role, it will involve some travel throughout the region. The successful candidate will work to ensure that the Commercial department runs smoothly by taking full responsibility for all surveying activities on a number of high-risk/complex housing developments from the initial procurement phase through to final account, ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be involved in setting, monitoring, and delivering budgets. They will place orders, produce accurate and timely reports for the business, and forecast the cost of materials required for our builds. They will liaise with subcontractors, site staff, and other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration. They will work with the Commercial Manager to support and guide junior team members to succeed in their roles.

HS&S Responsibilities

• Take care of your own health and safety and that of others affected by your work, adhering to Keepmoat's Health, Safety, and Sustainability standards.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

We are seeking someone who aligns with our core values at Keepmoat. The candidate should be passionate about the building industry and have previous experience in a similar role. We are open to considering Assistant Quantity Surveyors looking to advance their careers. The ideal candidate will be collaborative and confident in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. They will be creative, flexible, and agile in their approach, solutions-focused, and work straightforwardly to help the commercial team meet its targets.

Education & Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold the relevant industry qualifications, such as RICS membership and a surveying degree or HND.