Senior Quantity Surveyor

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Durham to work on a variety of Industrial, Logistics, Commercial and Residential projects.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You’ll Do

Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Working on a variety of projects in the North East region reporting directly to the Regional Commercial Manager.
• The role will be a mix of office and site based work and will provide commercial support to the project teams on all projects for which they are responsible.
• Ensure that projects are administered effectively and that the business objectives in terms of appropriate commercial targets and customer focus are achieved.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor working for a Main Contractor, managing the commercial delivery of construction projects. 
• Extensive knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract, with a strong understanding of Construction Law and contractual risk management. 
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, cost reporting, cash flow, forecasting and profitability throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Extensive experience procuring and managing subcontract packages, including valuations, variations and final accounts. 
• Strong knowledge of monthly CVRs, earned value analysis, accruals and commercial reporting. 
• Experience leading commercial negotiations with clients, consultants and the supply chain to achieve successful project outcomes. 
• Excellent commercial awareness, leadership, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior commercial team members.

Personal Attributes 

• Ability to work in a team environment contributing across the business unit.
• Good management skills.
• Ability to motivate self and colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance.
• Good operational planning and time management skills.

Why Join Caddick Group?

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
 We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth:
 As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach:
 We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
 Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.

Caddick Group Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
 We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth:
 As part of a growing organisation, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach:
 We prioritise collaboration, integrity and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
 Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Caddick Group Benefits

Health and Wellbeing:
 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.

Birthday Day Off:
 A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
 Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

Caddick Hub:
 Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:
 Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.

Ride to Work Scheme:
 Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.

Pension:
 5% employer pension contribution.

Continuous Professional Development:
 Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Private Healthcare & Medicash:
 Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).

Life Assurance:
 Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.