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Quantity Serveyor

Caval


Job Location:

Northallerton - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 65000 - 70000
Posted: 13 October 2026 (10 days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description
About the job

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor you will take full commercial responsibility for your assigned construction projects managing both pre-contract and post-contract commercial functions while ensuring projects are delivered profitably and efficiently.

Working closely with our operational teams clients and subcontractors you will be a key member of the project team providing commercial leadership from tender stage through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of a range of new build construction projects.

Preparing budgets cost plans and project estimates.

Managing project costs forecasts and cash flow.

Preparing submitting and negotiating applications for payment valuations variations and final accounts.

Undertaking cost analysis and value engineering to maximise project profitability.

Advising on procurement strategy and subcontractor selection.

Reviewing tender documentation bills of quantities and contract conditions.

Negotiating subcontract packages and ensuring commercial compliance.

Identifying analysing and managing commercial risks and opportunities.

Providing advice on contractual matters and claims.

Producing accurate monthly cost reports and financial forecasts.

Maintaining effective cost and financial control systems throughout the project lifecycle.

Liaising with clients consultants and project teams to ensure successful commercial outcomes.

Representing the Walter Thompson brand with professionalism and integrity.

About You

Were looking for an enthusiastic team player with excellent commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.

Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Full UK driving licence.

Ability to work collaboratively within a project team.

Desirable Qualifications

Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.

Experience of working on new build construction projects.

Knowledge of a range of standard forms of construction contract.

Why Join Walter Thompson

becoming part of a business with over a century of construction excellence and a reputation built on quality trust and long-term client relationships.

We invest in our people and provide genuine opportunities for career progression professional development and long-term success within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary dependent on experience together with an attractive and flexible benefits package including:

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

Performance bonus

Company pension

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Rewards our exclusive health wellbeing and employee discount scheme

25 days annual leave with enhanced long-service holiday benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Long-term career progression opportunities

Build Your Future With Walter Thompson

If youre an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a respected forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of work and genuine opportunities for career progression wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team thats been delivering construction excellence for over 100 years.

Benefits:

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Referral programme

Sick pay

Store discount

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