Quantity Surveyor in Cumbria

Job description

About the Opportunity:

We’re excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a long-term contract supporting a prestigious client based in Cumbria. This is your chance to play a key role in a significant and impactful project, offering competitive hourly rates, and the chance to work with a respected team in a high-performing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be instrumental in supporting the financial and commercial performance of the project. Your responsibilities will include:

• Cost Management: Assist in the preparation and ongoing management of project cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Commercial Administration: Support general commercial functions including documentation, applications for payment, and compensation event tracking.
• Subcontractor Support: Help assess and process subcontractor applications and maintain strong working relationships.
• Collaboration: Liaise effectively with colleagues across departments to ensure project delivery is well-coordinated and aligned.
• Support Senior QS: Work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to maintain project financials, time sheet entry, and reporting.

What You’ll Need:

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring a strong blend of technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and collaborative spirit, including:

• Communication Excellence: Confident, clear communicator, able to coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Organisation & Time Management: Strong ability to manage competing priorities and maintain commercial control.
• Motivation & Drive: A proactive, self-motivated mindset with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong numerical and analytical skills to support effective cost management.
• Relevant Experience: Previous experience in a commercial landscape or commercial administration (preferred).
• Qualifications: A degree in Quantity Surveying is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive hourly rate – £45 to £55 per hour (depending on experience)
• Long-term contract with 38 hours per week
• Engaging, high-profile work supporting a major client
• Opportunity to grow professionally within a respected project environment

Location:

• Cumbria – Join a high-impact team and contribute to meaningful work in a region known for its innovation and expertise.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cumbria

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

04-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English