Job Description
Location: Gateshead, North East
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Company Overview:
A well-established groundworks contractor specialising in roads, sewers, and infrastructure for housing and commercial developments is expanding its commercial team in Gateshead. We are looking to appoint a motivated Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in groundwork projects to oversee the financial delivery of our works.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare, manage, and report on budgets, forecasts, and cost plans across groundworks projects.
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Carry out cost value reconciliation (CVR) and maintain accurate financial records.
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Administer subcontracts, variations, and claims to maximise commercial returns.
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Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure best value procurement.
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Work closely with site teams and clients to ensure commercial and operational alignment.
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Maintain compliance with company health, safety, and environmental standards.
Requirements:
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Minimum 1 years experience in Quantity Surveying, within groundworks or civil engineering.
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Sound knowledge of groundworks packages such as drainage, foundations, roads, and external works.
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Confident in contract administration, cost control, and negotiation.
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Capable of managing multiple sites and tight deadlines.
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Full UK driving licence.
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Right to work in the UK.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trusted groundworks contractor delivering major packages in the North East. We offer long-term career progression, competitive pay, a company vehicle, and a supportive team environment. You ll gain valuable experience working on key residential and commercial groundwork schemes.
