MMP Consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join our clients Asset & Property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional to play a key role in the commercial management and delivery of planned investment and construction projects across a substantial housing portfolio.
Location: Ashington, Northumberland
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £52,621
The successful candidate will support the day-to-day quantity surveying function, ensuring robust financial control, effective contract administration, and value-for-money delivery while contributing to the organisation's wider strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the day-to-day quantity surveying and contract administration functions across planned investment and asset projects.
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Prepare, review, and administer contracts, valuations, variations, certifications, and final accounts.
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Support procurement and tendering activities, including preparation of tender documentation and pricing schedules.
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Monitor contract performance, project completions, cashflow, budgets, and commercial outcomes.
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Conduct regular site visits and inspections to assess project progress and commercial performance.
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Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and operational risks.
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Attend and represent the client at pre-start, progress, partnership, and commercial review meetings.
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Support the ongoing development and integration of commercial and asset management systems.
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Contribute to service improvements, efficiencies, and social value initiatives across the business.
Essential Requirements
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Chartered status, degree qualification, or significant relevant experience within Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
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Strong track record of delivering quantity surveying services within the construction sector.
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Experience of procurement, project management, contract administration, and budget management.
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Ability to analyse complex commercial and financial data and provide clear recommendations.
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
Desirable Experience
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Previous experience working as a Client-Side Quantity Surveyor.
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Knowledge of the housing sector and planned investment programmes.
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Understanding of current and emerging regulatory requirements within the housing and construction sectors.
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Knowledge of the Construction Act and associated legislation.
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