Quantity Surveyor
£50,000 -£65,000Chronos Energy are looking for a Quantity Surveyor based in the North of England to join our client's regional delivery teams, working on a range of decarbonisation and energy transition projects across the region. Reporting into (and supported by) a Regional Commercial Manager, you’ll be part of a wider, collaborative commercial team where your input really matters.
This role offers hybrid and flexible working, balancing office time with site visits and remote working.
What you’ll be doing
Managing and controlling the commercial, financial, and contractual elements of your projects
Producing accurate commercial reports, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations
Preparing timely and accurate client valuations
Leading subcontract procurement, including preparation of subcontracts in line with business standards
Managing subcontract accounts, variations, and change control
Ensuring all commercial obligations are administered in line with client contracts
Working closely with site operations and design teams to identify and mitigate risks and maximise opportunities
Supporting effective change management across your projects
Liaising with Commercial Managers and Project Directors on contractual matters
Attending project and company meetings as required
Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support future business opportunities
(As with any growing business, the role will evolve — offering variety and development.)
What we’re looking for
Essential:
A collaborative team player with strong communication and analytical skills
Comfortable working to deadlines and producing a consistently high standard of work
A recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying (BSc, MSc, HND, or equivalent vocational route)
At least 3 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role
Good IT skills, particularly Excel and Word
Desirable (but not essential):
Working towards or holding professional membership (RICS / CICES / CIOB)
Experience in a main contracting or subcontracting environment
Background in M&E / MEP / building refurbishment / civil engineering
Experience managing multiple subcontractors
Exposure to projects valued between £2m – £20m
Familiarity with JCT and NEC forms of contract
Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions
Experience using cost management systems (e.g. Navision, Oracle, SAP, COINS)