Senior Quantity Surveyor

Caddick Construction Limited; North East; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Day Off

Annual Leave Purchase

Private Healthcare

Pension 5%

Life Assurance 4x salary

Ride To Work Scheme

Job summary

Caddick Group in Durham is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead and manage commercial delivery across Industrial, Logistics, Commercial and Residential projects in the North East. You will report to the Regional Commercial Manager and work on a variety of site and office-based tasks.

The role requires proven experience with JCT/NEC contracts, robust budgeting, cost control, and effective client and supply chain negotiations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a main contractor.
• Extensive knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Experience with budgets, cost reporting, cash flow and forecasting.
• Experience procuring and managing subcontract packages.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of projects in the North East region reporting to the Regional Commercial Manager.
• Provide commercial support to project teams on all projects.
• Ensure projects are administered effectively to meet commercial targets.

Job description

Why Join Caddick Group?

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Durham to work on a variety of Industrial, Logistics, Commercial and Residential projects.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You'll Do

Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Working on a variety of projects in the North East region reporting directly to the Regional Commercial Manager.
• The role will be a mix of office and site based work and will provide commercial support to the project teams on all projects for which they are responsible.
• Ensure that projects are administered effectively and that the business objectives in terms of appropriate commercial targets and customer focus are achieved.

What We're Looking For

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor working for a Main Contractor, managing the commercial delivery of construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract, with a strong understanding of Construction Law and contractual risk management.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, cost reporting, cash flow, forecasting and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Extensive experience procuring and managing subcontract packages, including valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Strong knowledge of monthly CVRs, earned value analysis, accruals and commercial reporting.
• Experience leading commercial negotiations with clients, consultants and the supply chain to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Excellent commercial awareness, leadership, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior commercial team members.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work in a team environment contributing across the business unit.
• Good management skills.
• Ability to motivate self and colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance.
• Good operational planning and time management skills.

Why Join Caddick Group?

Competitive Compensation And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth

As part of a growing organization, you'll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach

We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.

Caddick Group Benefits

Career Growth:

As part of a growing organisation, you'll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach:

We prioritise collaboration, integrity and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Health And Wellbeing

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.

Birthday Day Off

A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

Caddick Hub

Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave

Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.

Ride To Work Scheme

Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.

Pension

5% employer pension contribution.

Continuous Professional Development

Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Private Healthcare & Medicash

Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).

Life Assurance

Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.