Quantity Surveyor

• Annual Salary: £50,000–£60,000
• Location: Gateshead
• Job Type: Permanent

Day-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.