Site Surveyor

We are looking for a Site Quantity Surveyor to join our team on a large MoJ project, supporting the delivery of works on this major construction scheme.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of an established commercial team on a complex project within a secure environment. You will play a key role in managing the commercial aspects of the works on site, helping to ensure strong cost control and successful delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the commercial management of the project from procurement through to final account
• Managing subcontractor packages, including procurement, valuations and payments
• Preparing cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections
• Managing variations, change control and commercial risk
• Working closely with site, design and delivery teams to support project progress
• Ensuring commercial procedures and controls are applied consistently
• Supporting reporting and overall project performance
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Site Quantity Surveyor on medium to large construction projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial processes and subcontractor management
• Good organisational and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within a team in a site‑based environment
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach
• Experience within MoJ, custodial or regulated environments is beneficial but not essential
  
  

Why Join Wates?

• Be part of a significant MoJ project with long‑term impact
• Work within a collaborative and experienced commercial team
• Opportunity to develop experience on a complex and secure scheme
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
  

Our Commitments

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk

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