Quantity Surveyor

Employer: DMW Recruitment

Location: Gateshead, Tyne And Wear

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: Full time

Posted: 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

We re looking for an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to join a growing project team and take commercial ownership of some of the company s larger and higher-risk projects. This is a senior, hands-on position where you ll work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, clients and the supply chain, providing strong commercial leadership while helping shape and improve commercial processes across the business. Key Responsibilities Take full commercial responsibility for assigned projects. Manage valuations, variations, change control, compensation events and final accounts. Lead cost control, forecasting, CVRs and cashflow management. Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks and opportunities. Procure and manage subcontractor and supply chain packages. Assess subcontractor applications, variations and final accounts. Provide contractual and commercial advice to Project Managers and delivery teams. Support extensions of time, loss & expense, compensation events and dispute resolution where required. Ensure strong commercial governance, record keeping and contractual compliance. Provide clear and accurate commercial reporting to senior management. Mentor and support Project Managers, Engineers and junior commercial staff. Contribute to improving commercial systems, processes and reporting across the business. What We're Looking For Significant experience in Quantity Surveying or a senior commercial role. Background in construction, M&E, engineering or multidisciplinary projects. Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts. Proven experience managing valuations, variations, change control and final accounts. Strong subcontract procurement and supply chain management experience. Confident with forecasting, CVRs, cost control and cashflow. Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills. Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipl

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