Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Were currently working with a well-established organisation in Teesside who are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a QS with 35 years experience who is confident managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects with limited supervision and is ready to take the next step in their career. Youll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on budget, contracts are effectively administered, and commercial risks are carefully managed.

The Role

As an Intermediate QS, youll take ownership of core commercial functions across live projects, including:

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets and cost plans
• Producing and managing Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with contract conditions (including NEC Option C)
• Preparing and assessing interim valuations and payment certificates
• Evaluating, negotiating and managing variations and change orders
• Monitoring project costs and forecasting final accounts
• Supporting subcontractor procurement, negotiation and management
• Conducting risk and value management assessments
• Preparing financial reports for senior management
• Attending and contributing to site and client meetings
• Assisting in the preparation and negotiation of final accounts

What Were Looking For

• 35 years relevant Quantity Surveying experience
• A qualification in Quantity Surveying (or working towards one)
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, particularly NEC Option C
• Solid understanding of cost control and commercial management
• Confident negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capability

Whats on Offer

• £35,000 £45,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Company pension
• Health care plan
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive and forward-thinking environment

If youre looking for a role where youll have real commercial responsibility, exposure to varied projects, and clear progression routes, this could be the ideal next move.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Port Clarence

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£45,000 Per Month

Published at

02-04-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

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