Quantity Surveyor
Location – Teesside
Salary/Package – £50,000 – £75,000 DOE + Comprehensive Benefits Package
About the Company
Our client is a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with a rich heritage spanning more than 150 years. Operating across the UK, they deliver a broad range of projects within the water, highways, drainage, flood alleviation, energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. With annual turnover exceeding £100 million, the business has established itself as a trusted delivery partner for major public and private sector clients. Through a combination of long-term framework agreements, specialist in-house capabilities, and a commitment to quality and safety, they continue to secure and deliver significant projects nationwide.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work across the North East, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Teesside.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the Teesside region. Working closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, you will be responsible for ensuring robust commercial management throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
* Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.
* Procure and administer subcontractor packages.
* Manage subcontractor accounts and payment applications.
* Identify, price, and negotiate variations and compensation events.
* Produce accurate cost forecasts, budgets, and financial reports.
* Prepare monthly cost value reconcilations and commercial reports.
* Assist with contract administration and compliance.
* Monitor project performance and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.
* Manage commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
The Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, highways, energy, or water sectors.
* Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial procedures.
* Experience managing subcontractor procurement and commercial accounts.
* Excellent financial and commercial awareness.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced project environment.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and commercial management software.
* Degree qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
* Full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer
* Basic salary of £50,000 – £75,000 depending on experience.
* Company car or car allowance.
* Annual bonus scheme.
* Pension contribution.
* Private healthcare.
* Life assurance.
* Generous holiday allowance.
* Ongoing training and professional development support.
* Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.
* Exposure to major civil engineering, energy, and infrastructure projects across the North East.
* Long‑term career security with a business generating annual turnover in excess of £100 million.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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