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An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established construction business delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across the North East and Yorkshire. This role offers exposure to projects from early procurement through to final account, working closely with operational and senior leadership teams.
You will be responsible for ensuring robust commercial control, driving value, managing risk, and supporting the successful financial delivery of projects.
Projects cover Commercial, Residential, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Industrial and Civils, with values between 10M - 30M.
Key Responsibilities
Full commercial management of construction projects from pre-contract through to final account
Preparation and submission of monthly valuations, cost reports, forecasts, and cashflows
Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors and supply chain
Assessment and agreement of variations, compensation events, and change control
Contract administration under JCT and NEC forms of contract
Supporting value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
Assisting with dispute avoidance and commercial risk mitigation
Working collaboratively with Project Managers and Site Managers to maintain programme and cost certainty
About You
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Proven experience working as a QS within a main contractor or specialist contractor environment
Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
RICS accreditation or working towards (desirable but not essential)
What's On Offer
Competitive salary with annual reviews
Pension scheme with employer contribution
25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
Clear progression routes and long-term career development
Ongoing training and professional development support
Vehicle or travel allowance depending on role requirements
