Quantity Surveyor (Commercial)

Wright Engineering

Quantity Surveyor (Commercial)

Salary: 50,000 per annum
Location: S75, with travel to sites as required
Job Type: Full Time / Permanent

Role Overview

Our client are recruiting for a Quanitity Surveyor within their commercial team. The role focuses on cost control, revenue management and contractual administration across live projects. You will work closely with project teams and key stakeholders to support financial performance, reduce commercial risk and ensure accurate reporting and forecasting.

You will play a key role in supporting the Commercial Manager in maximising profitability, ensuring contractual compliance, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer contracts accurately and in a timely manner
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks and opportunities, escalating where required
• Monitor, track, and drive Compensation Events through to agreement, liaising with client representatives
• Highlight and report financial risks or concerns to the project team and Commercial Manager
• Support preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), including collating input from project teams
• Prepare and maintain CVR templates across projects as required
• Monitor site progress using information provided by Project Managers
• Collate labour allocation and productivity data for client applications
• Prepare monthly valuations and progress payment applications (including activity schedule-based applications)
• Manage subcontractor and supplier payments in line with agreed terms and dates
• Assist with claims preparation in coordination with Project Managers and Directors
• Provide contractual advice and support on claims and variations
• Prepare and agree final accounts at project completion
• Attend internal and external commercial and project meetings as required
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners
• Ensure clear and effective communication across all project stakeholders
• Undertake any reasonable commercial duties as directed by the Commercial Manager

Requirements

• Background in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Quantity Surveying
• Strong understanding of engineering contracting environments, particularly NEC contracts
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

• Motivated to develop and grow within the business
• Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility

Education & Qualifications

• Minimum: HNC in Quantity Surveying (or related field)
• Degree in Quantity Surveying (M&E focus) desirable

Skills & Competencies

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Solid understanding of commercial and contractual principles
• Strong technical understanding of M&E projects
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

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