Quantity Surveyor

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a quantity surveyor to be engaged on a permanent basis in Warrington. What will you be doing? Prepare and agree interim valuations, variations, final accounts, weekly progress updates, and subcontract payment certificates. Make sure all contractual notices are issued correctly and that Compensation Event quotations are submitted on time. Monitor labour, materials, plant, prelims, and subcontract costs to keep the project aligned with its commercial targets, using internal systems to track progress and risks. Help place subcontract orders, support tenders, and check that materials are purchased within agreed allowances. Keep the Key Account Manager and Managing QS informed of any cost pressures or risks and take on any additional duties needed to support the commercial delivery of each project. Offer clear commercial guidance to project teams, adapt to different contract types, and take part in training and annual reviews to continue developing your skills. What you\’ll bring? Related Quantity Surveying degree (desirable: QS or Commercial Management degree or equivalent) Full UK driving licence Construction industry experience Strong verbal and written communication skills Understanding of cost value reconciliations Ability to collate actual costs and compare them against target costs Knowledge of subcontract procurement and subcontract administration Solid understanding of forms of contract and methods of measurement Great attention to detail Desirable: RICS Chartership or working towards it Desirable: NEC accreditation or recognised NEC professional training What\’s in it for you? Company Pension Scheme Death in Service Benefit Hybrid working available following initial probationary period Opportunity to purchase additional holidays per year (up to 5 days for full‑time employees) My Rewards – discounts on high street and online shopping Employee assistance programme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private health care Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us! Overtime #J-18808-Ljbffr