Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
09/01/2025
Advert End Date:
26/01/2025 23:59
Salary:
£43,693 - £46,731
Job Category:
Construction
Employment Location:
Shearlegs Road Depot
Further Information
We’re looking for a SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR, Interested?
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
The team…
To work within the Capital and Revenue Commercial Team(s) to Manage and Deliver Quantity Surveying services across the following areas of work:
Housing Investment Schemes
Refurbishments
New Build Housing
Responsive Repairs and Maintenance / Voids
Electrical and Mechanical Services
Gas Servicing/Repairs/Installs
Adaptations
About the role....
To Develop and Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and Trainee Quantity Surveyors and deliver Quantity Surveying services from conception to completion of a Construction Project or Revenue Workstream, including Estimating, Materials, Subcontractor Procurement and Engagement, Labour Performance Reporting, Interim Valuations and Final Accounts, Cost/Value Reporting and Analysis.
The role is also to support the Section Manager in relation to Financial Monitoring and Delivery of the Capital Works Programme and the Delivery of all Revenue Works including management of the Schedule of Rates and Measured Term Contracts, providing regular reports and updates to Senior Management.
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.
What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!
You’ll be paid a competitive salary £43,693 - £46,731
We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension.
You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Council’s Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs, which could be up to 26 flexi days per year.
We offer hybrid working arrangements to ensure a positive work life balance.
A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.
You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
You’ll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link Job Profile. It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria, because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact NEIL MAGEE on 07525 889746.