Quantity Surveyor

A client within the Private Sector based in Tyne and Wear is currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join their Capital Projects Delivery team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, permanent position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a construction and capital works environment.

The Role
Key purpose of the role is to provide Quantity Surveying and Employer’s Agent services across a range of public sector capital projects and be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Acting as lead Consultant under supervision in delivering projects both pre- and post-contract across various sectors
• Undertaking all aspects of financial project management including preparation of appointments and contracts
• Providing Employer’s Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing project certification
• Preparing interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts
• Compiling and issuing tenders, analysing contractor responses and recommending contract awards
• Attending pre-contract meetings, liaising with professionals, and undertaking site inspections including snagging and handovers
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Supporting business development and client relationship management

The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require:
• A Degree in Quantity Surveying or HNC in Building Studies
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience within a construction-related organisation
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
• Experience of financial planning and cost control in capital projects
• Knowledge of procurement routes and standard forms of building contract
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with ability to influence at all levels

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and are offering up to £40,000 p/a + benefits.

How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to .uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on
to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.