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NJ - New Jersey £55000 - £65000 per annum + Car allowance, benefits package 1 month ago Quantity Surveyor Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD View Profile Wakefield (WF1), WF1 Permanent Contract Published: 5 days ago £55000 - £75000 per annum Apply Save Quantity Surveyor Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Apply Job Profile for Quantity Surveyor DM 47044 Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a successful and growing regional main contractor based in Wakefield. This role offers the chance to take ownership of high-value new build projects from inception through to completion, while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment. The company is a well-established commercial contractor delivering new build projects across the UK, typically ranging from £8m to £15m in value. With ambitious growth plans and a strong pipeline of work, they are seeking a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who is looking to make a significant impact and progress their career within a thriving business. This position would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking greater responsibility, project ownership, and clear opportunities for long-term career development. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple live projects from pre-construction through to final account. Oversee up to 2-3 projects simultaneously, ensuring strong commercial performance throughout. Prepare and present accurate cost reports, valuations, forecasts, and financial updates. Procure, appoint, and manage subcontractor packages. Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to maximise profitability. Administer contracts and ensure compliance with commercial procedures. Assess and process subcontractor applications and payments. Manage variations, change control, and risk throughout the project lifecycle. Liaise with project teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery. Report directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor on project progress and commercial performance. Candidate Requirements Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the residential, commercial, or main contracting construction sectors. Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of new build construction projects. Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, valuations, and contract administration. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively. Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Commercially astute with strong attention to detail. Full UK driving licence preferred. Able to commute to Wakefield and travel to project sites when required. Ambitious and motivated to develop into a more senior commercial position. Projects New build care home developments. Project values typically ranging from £8 million to £15 million . UK-wide project portfolio with travel primarily to London approximately twice per month. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary of £55,000 - £75,000 , depending on experience. Car allowance. Comprehensive benefits package. Clear and uncapped career progression opportunities. Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable contractor. Supportive and close-knit team environment. High level of project autonomy and responsibility. Full-time, permanent position. Office based in Wakefield with occasional site travel. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of major projects, work within a growing contractor, and build a long-term career with genuine progression prospects. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. Apply Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Other Sectors and Industries 329 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry Accounting & Finance, Construction & Property, Engineering & Manufacture, Logistics & Transport, Sales Founded 2012 Location Chichester Company size 51-250 About The Company Service - We deliver an honest and professional process with a focus towards customer service. Communication - We find it fundamental to understand your requirement which enables us to plan and invest our time and resources effectively for your needs. Adaptability - We work across permanent, interim or fixed term contracts. Our Story Established in 2012 on core values of providing the best possible service and establishing our reputation as a trusted recruitment provider. We have a dedicated team of 50+ staff who place over 1000 employees into new positions each year in a number of key technical sectors. A single-sited office base allows all of our staff to work collaboratively and work with clients across the UK. Our Unique Culture We are an Investors in People Gold accredited organisation. This is testament to our successfully embedded company values and career progression structure open to employees. We also have a stable and committed management team with employee engagement and morale at the heart of what they do. We consult with employees regularly regarding company decisions, which in turn has aided longevity with many of our employees having worked with us for 5 + years. This loyalty brings with it experience, and the ability to build longer-lasting relationship with our clients and candidates. Learning & Development We hold regular in-house training sessions, including the use of external training providers, to ensure all of our employees get the same wealth of knowledge and expertise provided to them. We have supported many of our managers through completing specific management training courses which has been found to be highly beneficial and is something we will continue to offer. We also provide the opportunity for employees to gain specific qualifications which could be deemed beneficial to their role, including the REC Level 3 Certificate – a widely recognised benchmark within our field. Diversity Equality and diversity are themes that are strongly represented within our company values, we adopt an equal and fair approach to all procedures within the company and look to fulfil our services with equality and diversity in mind. Internally, much of our initial training program is on-the-job, so we look more at the potential we see in an individual when recruiting, as opposed to solely their background which means everyone brings something different to the company offering a range of perspectives and skill sets. 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