We are looking for a Site Quantity Surveyor to join our team on the HMP Highpoint project, supporting the delivery of a £30m work package within a major scheme.
Working as part of an established commercial team, you will play a key role in managing the commercial aspects of the project on site, helping to ensure strong cost control, value delivery and successful project outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a significant new build project within a secure environment, gaining exposure to complex delivery and collaborative team working.
What You'll Be Doing
* Supporting the commercial management of the work package from procurement through to final account
* Managing subcontractor packages, including procurement, valuations and payments
* Preparing cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections
* Managing variations, change control and commercial risk
* Working closely with site, design and supply chain teams to support delivery
* Ensuring commercial processes and controls are consistently applied
* Supporting the wider commercial team with reporting and project performance
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Site Quantity Surveyor within construction
* Experience working on medium to large new build projects
* Strong understanding of commercial processes and subcontract management
* Good organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail
* Ability to work effectively within a team on a live site environment
* A proactive and solutions‑focused approach
Why Join Wates?
* Be part of a major project delivering meaningful infrastructure
* Work within a collaborative and experienced commercial team
* Opportunity to develop your experience on a significant new build scheme
* Competitive salary and benefits package
Our commitments:
Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk
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