Project Details
The Quantity Surveyor will provide commercial and cost management services on construction and infrastructure consultancy commissions in Newark-on-Trent and across the East Midlands.
Specific project sectors are not currently known. The Quantity Surveyor will work across the project life cycle, supporting NEC contract administration, procurement, cost control, payment, change management and final account activities.
Responsibilities and Duties
The Quantity Surveyor will take responsibility for a range of day-to-day commercial activities while working with senior colleagues and client project teams.
Key duties will include:
Interpreting and applying NEC contracts and other standard forms of construction contract
Administering contractual procedures, notices and commercial obligations
Proactively identifying project risks and commercial opportunities
Maintaining accurate risk and opportunity registers
Supporting the mitigation of commercial risks and maximisation of project profitability
Managing change, including identification, notification, evaluation and submission
Supporting the valuation and recovery of variations and compensation events
Maintaining accurate records to protect the client’s commercial position
Managing applications for payment in accordance with contractual procedures
Preparing and submitting accurate valuations and supporting substantiation
Managing subcontract accounts through to final account, with appropriate guidance where required
Producing accurate cost and value reconciliation reports
Reviewing commercial performance and reporting key cost movements
Supporting supply-chain procurement and preparing tender enquiries
Reviewing tender submissions and assisting with supplier recommendations
Preparing final account documentation and supporting commercial negotiations
Compiling factual records and commercial narratives to support dispute resolution
Supporting junior team members and contributing to continuous improvement within the commercial function
Communicating effectively with clients, contractors, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
Desired Skills and Experience
The successful Quantity Surveyor will have practical experience of managing core commercial activities and applying contractual procedures.
Candidates should demonstrate:
Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, Cost Manager or Commercial Consultant
Practical experience administering NEC contracts
A sound understanding of construction contract terms and commercial procedures
Experience managing change, including variations or NEC compensation events
Experience preparing and assessing applications for payment
Knowledge of subcontract administration and final account procedures
Experience producing cost reports, forecasts or cost and value reconciliation reports
An understanding of project risk and opportunity management
Experience supporting procurement and tendering activities
Strong record-keeping and document-management skills
The ability to prepare clear and accurate commercial correspondence
Good negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
The confidence to manage a defined workload with limited supervision
The ability to support and guide less experienced colleagues
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or another relevant construction discipline is preferred
Demonstrable NEC contract training and experience are required
Membership of RICS, ICES or another relevant professional body is desirable
Candidates working towards chartered status will be encouraged and supported
Employing Company Overview and Profile
Maxim Recruitment is working with an established construction consultancy seeking a Quantity Surveyor for its growing Newark-on-Trent team. The consultancy provides commercial management, quantity surveying and contract administration services to clients delivering construction and infrastructure projects.
The business advises clients throughout the project life cycle, including procurement, payment, change control, cost reporting, risk management and final account agreement. It offers employees the opportunity to work closely with experienced commercial professionals while developing broad consultancy and client-facing experience.
A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives
Hybrid working
25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working hours
Generous annual pay rises Quantity Surveyor in Newark employer: Maxim Recruitment
Maxim Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Newark-on-Trent where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides extensive training opportunities and supports hybrid working, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The culture promotes continuous improvement and high standards, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in construction planning and project controls.
