Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor – Blyth, UK

Blyth, UK · Full-time · Permanent

Description

PE Global Recruitment is partnering with a leading European data centre delivery specialist on a major project in Blyth. With a strong track record delivering large-scale mission-critical developments across Europe, the organisation is continuing to expand its project and commercial teams.

We are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team and support the delivery of a major data centre development.

This would suit a Quantity Surveyor with around 2–5 years' construction experience who is looking to broaden their commercial experience and take the next step in their career. You will work closely with experienced commercial professionals, gaining exposure to subcontract management, procurement, cost control, valuations and the wider commercial delivery of a large construction project.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of subcontractor packages from procurement through to completion.
• Support the commercial team with tendering, package development and procurement activities.
• Review subcontractor pricing and provide input into commercial evaluations.
• Help manage subcontract documentation and ensure records are maintained throughout the project.
• Assist with assessing work completed and preparing monthly payment and valuation documentation.
• Support the review and management of variations, additional works and commercial changes.
• Track expenditure against agreed budgets and highlight potential cost issues.
• Contribute to project cost forecasts, cash flow information and commercial reporting.
• Assist with the assessment of applications and payments from project stakeholders.
• Support the commercial close-out of subcontract packages and preparation of final accounts.
• Work closely with subcontractors, project managers, design teams and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised commercial records and documentation.
• Raise potential commercial risks or issues with the senior commercial team.
• Gain exposure to measurement, construction methods, contractual processes and broader quantity surveying activities.
• Contribute to the successful commercial delivery of the project as part of the wider site team.

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related subject .
• 2–5 years' experience working in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction sector.
• A genuine interest in developing within commercial management and Quantity Surveying.
• Good understanding of construction projects and associated commercial processes.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability with good attention to detail.
• Well organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with different project stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a busy project environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office .
• Experience with CostX, Buildsoft or comparable software would be beneficial.
• Previous experience with a main contractor or data centre project would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Benefits

• Permanent position with a competitive salary and package.
• Opportunity to work on a major UK data centre development.
• Join an established European specialist operating within the mission-critical sector.
• Gain experience across the commercial delivery of a large-scale construction project.
• Work alongside an experienced commercial and project team.
• Strong opportunity for professional development and career progression.
• Potential to gain further exposure to future data centre projects across Europe.

Apply

If you are a Quantity Surveyor with construction experience and are looking for an opportunity to develop your commercial career on a major data centre project, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact PE Global Recruitment in confidence for further information.

PE Global Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.