Site Surveyor – Grow Commercial Skills on Major Project

Wates; Devizes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to contribute to a large, complex construction project on a site-based commercial team. You will take ownership of key work packages from procurement through final account and collaborate closely with the operational team and supply chain to deliver robust commercial outcomes.

You will manage subcontractor procurement, prepare valuations and cost reports, monitor project costs, and oversee change while maintaining accurate commercial records.

Qualifications

• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and accounts
• Experience in preparing valuations and cost reports
• Familiar with construction contracts and procurement processes

Responsibilities

• Managing subcontractor procurement, accounts and commercial relationships
• Preparing valuations, forecasts and cost reports
• Monitoring project costs and identifying risks and opportunities
• Managing change and ensuring accurate commercial records are maintained
• Supporting monthly reporting and financial reviews
• Working collaboratively with operational, design and planning colleagues
• Supporting the agreement of subcontractor final accounts
• Building positive relationships with the client, project stakeholders and supply chain

Skills

Procurement management

Contractual knowledge

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

Wates is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to contribute to a large, complex construction project on a site-based commercial team. You will take ownership of key work packages from procurement through final account and collaborate closely with the operational team and supply chain to deliver robust commercial outcomes.

You will manage subcontractor procurement, prepare valuations and cost reports, monitor project costs, and oversee change while maintaining accurate commercial records.