Managing Quantity Surveyor in Newcastle, Tyne And Wear

Lead the commercial success of major infrastructure projects in a role where your expertise directly drives value, performance and project delivery.

Our Client has a requirement for a Managing Quantity Surveyor, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Newcastle.

Role Purpose:

• Manage contracts and costs relating to major infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Minimise project costs whilst maximising value and maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Provide commercial leadership across project teams and supply chain partners.
• Support the development of commercial team members through coaching and professional guidance.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC contract requirements.
• Measure, record and value works in line with relevant procedures and industry standards.
• Prepare applications for payment, undertake data analysis and manage final account procedures.
• Utilise project accounting systems to monitor costs and produce cost versus value reconciliations.
• Review project programmes and plan commercial activities to support delivery objectives.
• Manage supplier procurement activities from tender through to contract award and management.
• Oversee supply chain relationships, contract administration and value for money assurance.
• Identify, communicate and manage commercial risks in collaboration with project teams.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and professional support to less experienced commercial team members.
• Support the achievement of professional standards and best practice across commercial functions.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
• Significant experience within quantity surveying, commercial management or infrastructure project environments.
• Strong knowledge and experience of NEC contract administration and management.
• Experience preparing applications for payment and managing final accounts.
• Proven ability to monitor project costs and produce accurate commercial reporting.
• Experience managing procurement processes and supply chain relationships.
• Strong understanding of risk management and commercial governance.
• Chartered status or working towards professional membership of RICS or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrable leadership and team development experience.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Achievement-focused with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Good understanding of infrastructure and construction industry practices.

Company Information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

All round workforce agency covering Recruitment, Payroll and Workforce Management. We are a global recruitment agency specialising in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Water, Rail, Construction, Technology, Aerospace & Defence, Chemicals and Corporate sectors. Our specialist consultants help clients to recruit high quality candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles at all levels. We proudly support a partnership culture by collaborating and adding value to build lasting client and candidate relationships.

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