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Quantity Surveyor

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In-Office
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, England
Mid level
In-Office
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, England
Mid level
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will manage costs, collaborate with design and construction teams, prepare cost plans, and maintain stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery.
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Join us as a Quantity Surveyor and play a key role in delivering high-quality projects from start to finish. You’ll work closely with design and construction teams, manage costs with precision, and help ensure every scheme runs smoothly and successfully. If you’re proactive, detail-driven, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
This position is based at our site in North Tyneside and will require 3 days a week on-site.

Job title:

Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

What you’ll be doing 

  • Support Surveying and Estimating teams in appointing and managing contractors, suppliers, and consultants 

  • Prepare accurate cost plans and Bills of Quantities for both pre- and post-contract stages 

  • Collaborate closely with project teams to identify changes early and manage change control effectively 

  • Plan and manage your workload proactively to minimise risk and avoid disputes 

  • Work seamlessly with design and construction teams to ensure integrated project delivery from start to finish 

  • Contribute to successful outcomes by maintaining strong communication and coordination across all stakeholders 

 

What we’re looking for 

(Essential):

  • Professional qualifications with an appropriate level of experience in Quantity Surveying 

  • Ability to prioritise tasks and deliver work within agreed deadlines 

  • Broad knowledge of construction techniques and industry standards 

  • Commitment to achieving Chartered status with a relevant professional body within agreed timescales 

  • Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships 

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams 

 

About Government Services 

At Government Services, we’re transforming the way governments and local councils serve the public. We’re using technology, innovation and domain knowledge to improve services and deliver savings. Our teams are answering 30,000 emergency service calls every day and our Ultra Low Emissions Zone is helping Londoners breath cleaner air. Join us and discover better as you keep the country running smoothly.   

 

What’s in it for you? 

  • Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects within our organisation 

  • Support for professional development, including pathways to achieve Chartered status 

  • Access to internal training and resources to enhance your skills and career progression 

  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment where your ideas are valued 

  • Strong focus on work-life balance with flexible working options 

  • Be part of a team that delivers meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities 

 

Unlock Your Potential with Capita 

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You are part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.  

Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose 

🤝 Customer first, always🧑💻 Fearless innovation Achieve together💙 Everyone is valued 

 

What we hope you’ll do next: 

Looking to discover more? Select ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application and send us your CV. 

 

Feel free to reach out to me, Tasneem Abdullah – Talent Acquisition Partner for an informal conversation about the role or your wider job search. 

 

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Equal Opportunities 

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [email protected] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.  

For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.  

If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - [email protected] 

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne

,

United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Top Skills

Construction Management
Quantity Surveying

Capita London, England Office

65 Gresham Street, , England , London, United Kingdom, EC2V 7NQ

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