Quantity Surveyor

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial support to project teams. The role involves maintaining accurate cost reporting, ensuring adherence to contracts, and managing project budgets. The ideal candidate will have significant construction experience, a relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, and strong numerical skills. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively and independently while driving cost efficiency across various projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial management and subcontractor procurement.
• Knowledge of ICE/NEC contracts and Construction Law.
• Skilled in monthly reporting and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate cost, value, and cash flow reporting.
• Ensure adherence to internal commercial processes.
• Prepare applications for payment and manage variations.

Skills

Construction industry experience

Strong numerical skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

HND, degree, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying

Job description

The Quantity Surveyor provides commercial support to project teams, ensuring compliance with contracts, managing budgets, and driving cost efficiency across civil engineering and infrastructure projects. They liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to identify and realise commercial opportunities while mitigating business risk. Projects range from established frameworks to bespoke and emergency works, with values from £200k to £10m+, requiring strong financial oversight and commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate cost, value, and cash flow reporting at project and business unit levels.
• Forecast project spend and carry out cost management activities.
• Ensure adherence to internal commercial processes and improve procedures where applicable.
• Review contracts and subcontractor agreements to identify commercial risks.
• Prepare applications for payment and manage variations, claims, and additional payments.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with operational teams to manage budgets and cost recovery.
• Share best practices and advise teams on cost management and commercial issues.

Skills & Experience

• Construction industry experience.
• HND, degree, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
• Knowledge of ICE/NEC contracts and Construction Law.
• Experience in commercial management, subcontractor procurement, and project reporting.
• Skilled in monthly reporting, earned value analysis, estimation, and cost analysis.
• Strong numerical, organisational, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Desirable Qualifications

• Membership of RICS or relevant professional body (or working towards).
• CSCS card.
• Experience with NEC Option A & E contracts.
• Full driving licence.

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrates commercial acumen in managing budgets and contracts.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Capable of advising teams and influencing decision-making to ensure financial efficiency.