Quantity Surveyor
Northern Powergrid - northallerton, yorkshire and the humber
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Quantity Surveyor - £40,000 –£55,000 + great benefits – Northallerton, North Yorkshire / Hybrid-workingThe RoleDo you have strong commercial experience and a background in quantity surveying within construction or utilities? Are you looking for a new role with scope to grow, supported by experienced professionals?At Northern Powergrid, we keep the lights on for 8 million people across 3.9 million homes and businesses. Now, we’re looking for 2 Quantity Surveyors to help deliver essential infrastructure in the North East, Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire.This is a key role in our newly formed Commercial team. You’ll work closely with project managers and contractors, ensuring our schemes are commercially sound and effectively managed.You’ll need to travel within our operating area.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure compliant contract administration and undertake auditsSupport project teams with commercial insights and cost analysisHighlight risks and opportunities to senior colleaguesAssess contractor applications and final accountsPrice works orders and manage variations in line with contract termsTake part in monthly contractor meetings and commercial reviewsSupport with dispute resolution and forecasting exercisesDeliver commercial briefings and training sessionsAbout Northern PowergridWe are part of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, with a clear vision:“To be the best energy company in serving our customers while delivering sustainable energy solutions.”We’re building a strong Commercial team, and our lead is a Fellow of the RICS. Support is available for those working towards membership through APC training plans.The BenefitsAnnual bonus of up to 10%25 days holiday that rises with tenure up to 28days plus bank holidaysCompany pension schemePersonal transport provisionFlexible/agile working policyThe PersonYou’ll need:HNC or above in Quantity SurveyingExperience in the construction industryKnowledge of contract administration and commercial managementUnderstanding of scheme finance and performance analysisFull, valid UK driving licenceIt would be great if you also have:MRICS statusBackground in utility constructionExperience managing framework contracts.If this sounds like the right move for you, apply now and we’ll be in touch to take things forward.
Created: 2025-07-23