Quantity Surveyor in Suffolk

Quantity Surveyor Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 plus package Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Quantity Surveyor opportunity with a well established main contractor in Ipswich. The company delivers a range of high quality building projects across East Anglia and the South East, covering sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial and community developments. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking for a stable role with a reputable contractor offering long term progression and a supportive working environment. Role Overview As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be based at the Ipswich office and take commercial responsibility for one of the company’s local projects. You will manage cost control, procurement, valuations and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Day to day duties include: * Managing all commercial and cost control aspects of live projects * Preparing and issuing subcontract packages, tenders and contract documentation * Managing subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts * Preparing monthly cost value reconciliations and financial reports * Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management * Working closely with the site team and client to achieve best value * Ensuring compliance with contractual and financial obligations Required Skills and Experience To be successful in this Quantity Surveyor role, the successful candidate will require the following: * Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related subject * Minimum three to five years experience with a UK main contractor * Sound knowledge of JCT contracts * Proven ability to manage projects up to £25 million in value * Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer * Salary between £50,000 and £60,000 depending on experience * Car allowance or company vehicle * Private healthcare and pension scheme * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Ongoing professional development and progression * Supportive and friendly working environment If you are a Quantity Surveyor seeking a long term opportunity with a respected main contractor that values its people and promotes professional growth, we would like to hear from you