Quantity Surveyor

Salary :

£40,000 - 65,000 yearly

Company : Nxt Recruitment Ltd

Job Type : Full Time

Wigton, United Kingdom

Job Description - Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Wigton, Cumbria

Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 + Company Car / Car Allowance

Job Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Overview

NXT Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a well-established and growing family-run construction and engineering business based in Cumbria.

This is a varied opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of a range of Cumbrian-based projects, working closely with directors, estimators, site teams, customers, subcontractors and suppliers.

Projects vary considerably in size and scope, from smaller works through to projects worth several million pounds, covering new build construction, engineering, refurbishments and rebuilds.

The successful candidate will have a good level of autonomy and will be trusted to manage projects properly, keep on top of costs and variations, and make decisions as part of a supportive and experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the commercial aspects of a range of construction and engineering projects

Work closely with Estimators, directors, site teams, customers and the wider supply chain

Monitor project costs, progress, variations and financial performance

Prepare and manage valuations, cashflows, schedules and Bills of Quantities

Manage variations, changes and additional works throughout projects

Visit sites regularly to monitor progress, quality and variations

Work closely with subcontractors, trades, architects and other project stakeholders

Work across NEC, JCT, Design & Build and other contract frameworks

Maintain clear communication between site, office, customers and supply chain

Monitor project performance and help ensure projects are delivered commercially and efficiently

Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working

Provide commercial information and updates to directors and senior management

Support the delivery of projects across private, public, commercial, education and charity sectors

Requirements

Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor

Experience working across a variety of construction or engineering projects

Good understanding of NEC, JCT, Design & Build or similar contract frameworks

Experience managing variations, valuations, cashflows and project costs

Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team

Practical, organised and commercially minded approach

Ability to use initiative and make decisions with confidence

Degree or relevant Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous

Desirable Skills

Experience working across both construction and engineering projects

Experience managing projects ranging from smaller works through to several million pounds

Knowledge of a range of contract types

Experience working with public sector or commercial clients

Strong understanding of project costs, forecasting and commercial management

A proactive approach to improving processes and efficiencies

Benefits

£40,000 - £65,000 salary depending on experience

Company car or car allowance

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible start and finish times around agreed working hours

Supportive and family-focused working environment

Good level of autonomy and responsibility

Varied mix of office and site-based work

Opportunity to make the role your own

Long-term opportunity with an established Cumbrian business

How to Apply

Please contact Raluca at NXT Recruitment on 01228 812585 or [email protected] for more information.

NXT Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice, which can be found on our website.

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