Quantity Surveyor- West Cumbria

Description We’re looking for an experienced, detail‑driven Quantity Surveyor to join our team and play a key role in the commercial success of our projects. If you’re confident working with stakeholders at all levels, thrive in fast‑paced environments, and have a strong grasp of NEC contracts and construction processes, we’d love to hear from you. What you will be doing: Managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring all internal and external parties are aligned and informed  Providing clear commercial support to project and site teams, including monthly reporting, IVs, budgets and KPIs  Maintaining and managing change control, updating registers and ensuring variations follow contract requirements Overseeing procurement, preparing subcontract orders and managing payments/administration  Producing and assessing subcontract applications, issuing payment certificates and managing meeting minutes  Driving contractual compliance, monitoring risks, financial impacts, variances and early warnings  Forecasting potential issues and advising the project team on mitigation strategies  Supporting and mentoring assistant quantity surveyors, promoting strong teamwork and resource allocation  Working collaboratively to integrate commercial activities and champion continuous improvement What you will bring: Experience managing high‑value, multi‑disciplinary construction packages  Strong understanding of NEC3 contracts  Excellent stakeholder communication skills  Proven ability to meet deadlines with exceptional attention to detail  Experience writing contract communications, CVRs and cost reports  Clear understanding of the construction process  Proficiency across key IT systems and reporting tools  5+ years’ experience as an AQS or QS  Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline  Professional membership (e.g. RICS) – desirable but not essential Benefits: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance  Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation   - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans