Total 5 Construction / Property job vacancies in Newtown St Boswells, TD6 0SA

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid Role)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Package
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Hybrid (On-site and Office-based)

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Cambridge

We are looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, working on exciting construction projects. You will assist the Senior QS team in managing costs, contracts, and project delivery.

• Assist in preparing and managing project budgets and valuations
• Support senior surveyors in contract administration and cost reporting
• Help manage subcontractor accounts and procurement processes
• Monitor project progress and provide financial updates to the team
• Contribute to risk management and cost control measures
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders as required

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field (or working towards)
• 1-2 years of experience in a Quantity Surveying role (construction experience preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, CostX, etc.)
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when needed
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the role

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Assistant Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted if your CV is of interest.

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Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial)
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid Role)
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 + Package
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 days on-site, 1 day at home, 1 day in the office)

Senior Quantity Surveyor Opportunity – Cambridge

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team for a project based in Cambridge. This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work across 3 days on-site, 1 day from home, and 1 day in the office. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial projects and a proven ability to manage costs and contracts effectively.

• Oversee all aspects of cost management for commercial construction projects
• Prepare and manage contracts, budgets, and valuations
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget and align with financial goals
• Provide detailed reports and financial forecasts to senior management
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project success
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role, with a focus on commercial projects
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and financial management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted if your CV is of interest.

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Construction Senior Planner

Cambridge

Highly attractive salary & package

I am delighted to be working with a well known and well respected Tier 1 Contractor in the search for a Construction Planner to join the team on a permanent basis in Cambridge. As the Planner, you will be responsible for the planning function on tenders and sites involving detailed analysis of information, provide a full planning service during the Pre-Qualification, Tender, Contract and Post Contract stages and provide leadership and direction to the team.

To be considered for this role, it is essential you have previously worked for a regional / national contractor in a similar position.

Duties as the Planner:

• You will support the management team with the planning and programming of the design, procurement and construction activities associated with the works
• To lead the programme and planning management for the team in the preconstruction and construction phases
• To develop regular reports to feedback on progress and performance on a weekly and monthly basis

Experience & Skills required:

• Successful track record on live construction projects
• Experience of working within a team
• Extensive knowledge of contract management
• Experience managing Planning teams
• Advanced Asta Powerproject Training

The organisation you will be joining are leaders in their space who will offer you an industry leading package with an extensive array of learning opportunities.

Contact Sam today for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Details

Grade: 8A

Hourly Rate: £19.54 - £21.20
Salary: £35,672.14 - £38,701.64 pro rata, per annum
Contract Duration: Temporary until 01.01.2028
Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Role Purpose

A 3 year temporary contract opportunity has arisen in the Building Standards section for an enthusiastic person to assist the Council’s delivery of its statutory Building Standards service. You will process building warrants, assist in the inspection of works on site and deal with dangerous buildings.

A diploma/degree in building surveying or equivalent formal qualification, or substantial relevant experience in dealing with development applications, negotiations, plan assessment and dealing with dangerous buildings.

The position is based at headquarters in Newtown St. Boswells. A driving licence and regular access to a vehicle will therefore be essential.

Essential

A Diploma/Degree in building surveying or equivalent formal qualification or substantial relevant experience in dealing with development applications, negotiations, plan vetting and dangerous buildings.

Proven record of relevant CPD training.

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
Type of drivers licence: Category B

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries can be made to David Smith (01835) 825022 or Mark Philbin (01835 826731)

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.