Quantity Surveyor

Job Ref: CG12192

Branch: Central Support Office

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary/Benefits: £60-70,000 DOE + Benefits package

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Posted date: 07/11/2025

Closing date: 09/12/2025

Are you ready to grow your career in hospitality? At Cairn Group, we believe work should be rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunities to learn and develop. Whether you're creating unforgettable guest experiences or supporting your team, you'll be part of a friendly, supportive environment where your contributions are valued. With the opportunity to learn, develop, and be recognised, Cairn a place where you can build a career, you're proud of.

This is a pivotal role within our development function — supporting the successful delivery of hospitality projects from concept through to completion. Reporting to the CEO, COO, CFO, and Developments Director, you'll play a key part in ensuring our developments are financially sound, efficiently procured, and aligned with our long-term strategic goals. Please note that the working location of this vacancy is negotiable.

About the role:

• Prepare cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and detailed cost plans for development projects
• Conduct feasibility analyses and participate in design reviews to assess financial impact
• Lead tendering processes including bid evaluations, documentation, and contract preparation
• Manage commercial and contractual aspects including variations, claims, and compliance
• Use the Fu3e platform to track expenditure, forecast costs, and provide real-time project reporting
• Collaborate with Finance and Development teams to ensure projects remain within budget
• Champion community-based and socially responsible development practices

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying (RICS, AIQS, or equivalent preferred)
• Relevant experience, ideally within hospitality, development, or large-scale construction projects
• Strong financial, analytical, and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proficient in MS Excel and cost management software such as AutoCAD, CostX, or Primavera
• Deep understanding of construction standards, contract law, and stakeholder management
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

About Us:

Cairn Group is a leading UK hospitality company with over 60 years of expertise in hotel acquisition, ownership, management, investment, and development. Our journey has been shaped by successful partnerships with global brands and a commitment to creating thriving, guest-focused properties.

At Cairn Group, our values - Respect, Integrity, Sustainability, and Excellence (RISE) - are at the heart of everything we do. We respect our team and guests, act with integrity, and invest in our people to build a sustainable future - for our business, our communities, and the planet. Every day, we work to deliver excellence, going the extra mile to create outstanding experiences for our guests.

Benefits:

• Service Excellence Bonus: Your hard work pays off. Service charge tips and gratuities add a well-earned boost to your pay check,

• Get Paid in Real-Time with Wagestream: Take control of your earnings. Track your pay live, access funds when needed, and get expert financial tips—all in real-time,

• Stay, Relax and Recharge: Enjoy discounted stays across our all our venues. Treat yourself or bring your friends and family along for a well-earned break,

• Delicious Discounts: Indulge a little with 50% off food and drinks across our hotels, bars and restaurants,
• Spa Discounts: Self-care matters Treat yourself with exclusive wellness offers at our spas and leisure clubs,
• Retail, Cinema Fun Discounts: Enjoy exclusive access to savings on shopping, cinemas trips and fun days out,
• Rise with Us: From apprenticeships to leadership programs, our development team is here to help you grow and reach your career goals,
• Superstar Awards: Your hard work deserves the spotlight Each month we celebrate and reward our team members who showcase our values and bring hospitality to life,
• Long-Service Awards: Celebrate key milestones with us, starting from just one year of service—plus enjoy extra annual leave as a thank-you for your commitment.
• Recommend a Friend: Bring great people into the team and earn a bonus when they join
• 24/7 Support: We're committed to your wellbeing. Access our confidential Employee Assistance Programme anytime, anywhere.
• Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with our pension plan, designed to help you build long-term security.
• Year-Round Incentives: Enjoy fun incentives, exciting challenges, and surprise perks throughout the year
• Bereavement Leave – When life gets tough, we ensure you have the time and support you need to be with your loved ones.

Benefits:

Cairn Group Staff Discount Scheme

Retail and travel discounts

Recruit a friend Scheme

Induction and training programme

Star of the Month Golden Ticket Award

Pension scheme

Cairn Academy' Training Development Opportunities

Cycle 2 work scheme*

Free Car Parking

(* Applies to positions above minimum wage)