Strategic Quantity Surveyor — Budgets, Contracts & Cost Control

Criterion Capital; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Criterion Capital seeks an experienced permanent Quantity Surveyor to join our in-house contracting team. You will oversee the financial and contractual aspects of diverse development projects across commercial, hotel conversions, mixed-use residential, and refurbishments.

Key duties include budgeting, cost control, tender and contract preparation, procurement, and timely payments. You will collaborate with project managers and site teams to manage risks and ensure financial accuracy and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience within in-house contractor or development business preferred.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and monitor project budgets.
• Conduct cost analysis and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and evaluate tenders, bills of quantities, and contracts.
• Source and procure materials and subcontractors.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and forecasts.
• Manage and track project expenditures and ensure accurate cost reporting.
• Conduct regular cost reviews and provide financial updates to senior management.
• Administer contract terms and conditions, ensuring compliance and resolution of any issues.
• Manage variations and changes to the project scope.
• Prepare and issue interim and final payments to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identify and assess potential risks related to cost and contract management.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, and other stakeholders.
• Provide support and advice on financial and contractual matters.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to decision-making processes.

Skills

Budget management

Cost control

Contract negotiation

Financial analysis

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Excel

Procore

DocuSign

Job description

Criterion Capital seeks an experienced permanent Quantity Surveyor to join our in-house contracting team. You will oversee the financial and contractual aspects of diverse development projects across commercial, hotel conversions, mixed-use residential, and refurbishments.

Key duties include budgeting, cost control, tender and contract preparation, procurement, and timely payments. You will collaborate with project managers and site teams to manage risks and ensure financial accuracy and project