Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established contracting business based in Billingham. We’re recruiting on behalf of a respected client with a strong reputation. With schemes ranging from £50k to £5 million, this role offers exposure to a diverse and rewarding portfolio of work.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience in a contracting environment and will be confident taking full commercial responsibility for multiple live projects. This is a fantastic chance to progress your career with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
Your Role:
* Manage commercial aspects across projects ranging from £50k to £5 million
* Take over projects from the estimating team at handover stage
* Prepare and submit applications for payment
* Collate and price project variations as required
* Interpret and work from technical drawings
* Procure materials and labour efficiently
* Deliver monthly forecasts for cash flow, revenue, and profit
* Carry out monthly cost/value reconciliations
* Manage final account negotiations and close-out
* Oversee retention collection and subcontractor payments
* Liaise with fixers, suppliers, and internal teams
* Work closely with the Contracts Manager to ensure project success
What We’re Looking For:
* A minimum of 2 years’ post-graduate experience in a Quantity Surveying role within a contracting background
* Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contractual obligations
* High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
* Confident communicator with good negotiation abilities
* Self-motivated and reliable, with a hands-on approach
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Job information:
* Location: Billingham
* Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 DOE
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
* Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays
If you're looking for a new challenge and meet the criteria above, apply today!