Project Surveyor

Project Surveyor

Location: Manchester
Business: Wates Construction

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Surveyor to join our Commercial team, based from our Manchester office.

Working as part of our established North West business, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of construction projects, working closely with operational, design and supply chain colleagues to ensure projects are delivered successfully, commercially and in line with our high standards.

This is a great opportunity for a commercially astute surveyor who enjoys taking ownership, building strong relationships and being closely involved throughout the lifecycle of a project.

What you'll be doing

As Project Surveyor, you'll take responsibility for the commercial and financial management of your project, including:

• Managing project costs, value and commercial performance from inception through to final account.
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontractor and supply chain packages.
• Preparing and managing valuations, variations, cost reports and forecasts.
• Ensuring appropriate contractual notices and commercial controls are maintained.
• Managing subcontract accounts, payments and final accounts.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Providing accurate commercial reporting and forecasting to the wider project and regional teams.
• Working collaboratively with operational, design, planning and procurement colleagues.
• Building effective relationships with clients, consultants and our supply chain.
• Supporting and developing junior members of the commercial team where appropriate.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with Wates' commercial procedures, governance and values.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who can bring strong commercial construction experience and who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and packages.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor, Project Surveyor or similar commercial role within the construction industry.
• Main contractor experience, ideally gained within a Tier 1 or large regional contractor environment.
• Experience commercially managing significant construction projects or substantial work packages.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement, cost management, forecasting and final accounts.
• Good working knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• The ability to identify commercial risk and make sound, informed decisions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, or equivalent industry experience.
• Membership of RICS or CIOB, or progress towards professional membership, would be beneficial.

Why Wates?

At Wates, we're proud to deliver projects that make a positive and lasting difference to the communities in which we work. You'll join a collaborative team where you can take real ownership of your projects while having the backing and opportunities that come with an established national construction business.

Based from Think Park, you'll be well positioned to work with our North West team and contribute to a strong pipeline of work across the region.

If you're an experienced surveyor looking for your next step with a business where you can develop your career, broaden your project experience and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.