Quantity Surveyor
Annual Salary: £50,000-£60,000
Location: Gateshead
Job Type: PermanentDay-to-day of the role:
Prepare accurate cost plans and budgets for development projects.
Produce monthly financial reports to track project spend and ensure financial efficiency.
Manage final accounts and liaise with finance teams to maintain budget control.
Analyse historic project data to improve future cost accuracy and project forecasting.
Lead tendering and procurement processes across projects, ensuring competitive and fair contractor selection.
Provide commercial support to project teams on contracts, valuations, variations, and final accounts, ensuring all financial aspects are handled efficiently.Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience in Quantity Surveying within the construction industry.
Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and construction specifications.
Confident in conducting contractor negotiations and managing complex contracts.
Good awareness of health and safety regulations in the construction sector.
Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to manage budgets and costs effectively.
Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising with various stakeholders.
Understanding of related disciplines such as project management, building surveying, or architecture.Qualifications & Experience:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
Professional accreditation (e.g., RICS) is desirable but not essential.
Extensive experience with contract and cost management.
Knowledge of valuations, procurement, and estimating.
Background in commercial construction projects, with industry-specific experience being highly beneficial.Benefits:
Company car.
25 days holiday rising with length of service plus bank holidays.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.To apply for this Quantity Surveyor position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role