Senior Quantity Surveyor

Costain; Stockton-on-Tees; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider in Teesside is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for their BP Net Zero project. This hybrid position requires strong financial acumen and responsibilities in managing project costs, preparing reports, and liaising with teams. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree and chartered status or are nearing completion with RICS. Competitive salary and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Commercial Management, or equivalent.
• Chartered status or nearing completion with RICS or similar.
• Experience in a commercial role within the Energy Sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead efficient management and issuance of notices and correspondence.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and opportunities.
• Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and contract budget reports.

Skills

Strong financial and commercial acumen

Creative problem-solving skills

Experience with office management systems

Experience preparing financial reports

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Commercial Management

Chartered status or nearing completion with RICS

Job description

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Job Description

We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our BP Net Zero project based in Teesside.

The role of a Senior Quantity Surveyor involves managing all costs related to projects across various sectors and industries. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will handle all aspects from initial calculations to final accounts and closeouts, aiming to minimize project costs and maximize value for money while maintaining standards and quality as per contract and client expectations. This role may involve working independently with a small commercial team or under the supervision of a Commercial Manager or higher. It is a full-time hybrid position, with three days a week on-site in Lazenby.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop efficient management and issuance of notices and correspondence
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and opportunities for the Project Director/Manager
• Maintain registers for variations, delays, extensions, and claims; implement company policies and procedures
• Assist in preparing monthly progress valuations and claims for work completed
• Liaise with the Customer's commercial team
• Conduct pre-contract tender negotiations and prepare reports as necessary
• Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and contract budget reports
• Review value management and advise on risk management
• Prepare, review, and finalize sub-contract documentation
• Plan change management and cost control strategies
• Prepare and agree interim payment applications
• Prepare and agree final accounts with subcontractors
• Manage subcontracts from placement to final account
• Monitor procurement plans and analyze commercial comparisons for subcontracting
• Issue requisitions and award letters
• Reconcile weekly plant, material, and labor against budgets

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Commercial Management, or equivalent
• Chartered status or nearing completion with RICS or similar
• Experience in a commercial role within the Energy Sector preferred
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Practical, logical, and methodical working approach
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Experience with office management systems, document control, and contractual correspondence
• Experience preparing financial reports, payment certificates, and closeout reports

About Us

Costain enhances lives through innovative, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation, and defense sectors. We focus on strategic, digitally optimized solutions that support national needs and regulatory commitments. Our culture and values are core to our operations.

Due to high application volume, we cannot provide individual feedback at the application stage but will share feedback after interviews. We are a Disability Confident employer, offering interviews to applicants who disclose a disability and meet minimum criteria.

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