Ignite Talent Group
Quantity Surveyor
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We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team of a well-established main contractor, based from their North East office.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing regional operation, working on a range of major construction projects across the North East. The business has a strong pipeline of work, with projects typically ranging from £15m–£60m across a variety of sectors including residential, industrial, commercial, logistics and public sector.
The Role
The successful Quantity Surveyor will provide full commercial support across projects, working closely with the wider project and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered to their financial and contractual targets.
- Commercial management of projects from procurement through to completion
- Managing project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow
- Subcontractor procurement, package management and subcontract administration
- Monthly valuations, applications, payments and measurement of works
- Managing variations, change control, commercial risk and final accounts
- Providing commercial and contractual advice to the wider project team
- Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and supply chain partners
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About You
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with experience working for a main contractor, ideally with exposure to projects of £15m+.
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment
- Experience working on projects of £15m+
- Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
- Experience with subcontract procurement and package management
- Good understanding of cost reporting, forecasting and final accounts
- Experience working with JCT and/or NEC contracts
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Relevant Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification preferred
Career Development
This is a role where there is a genuine focus on developing people and helping them progress.
- There are clear pathways in place to help Quantity Surveyors progress towards Senior Quantity Surveyor level, with structured development and increasing responsibility as you develop.
- You will also have access to genuine mentorship from experienced senior members of the commercial team, giving you the opportunity to learn from people who have progressed through the industry themselves and develop your commercial and contractual knowledge alongside your day-to-day project experience.
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What's on Offer
- £60,000–£65,000 salary, depending on experience
- Company car or car allowance
- Discretionary bonus
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Birthday leave
- Private medical insurance
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Clear progression pathways towards Senior Quantity Surveyor
This is a genuine opportunity to join a growing North East construction operation, work on major projects across a range of sectors and develop your career with the support and mentorship of an experienced commercial team.
If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next move and want a business that will genuinely invest in your development, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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