Job Description
An excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing specialist infrastructure contractor delivering major power, utilities and civil engineering projects.
Our client is an established infrastructure engineering business with a strong reputation for delivering complex power networks, utility connections and digital infrastructure. Working with major clients across the energy, industrial and infrastructure sectors, the business has developed long-term relationships and a strong pipeline of work.
With continued investment in its people and operations, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to develop their career within a technically experienced commercial team.
About the role of Quantity Surveyor
Our client is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of civil engineering and utilities projects.
Working alongside Senior and Managing Quantity Surveyors, you will be involved in both pre- and post-contract commercial activities, including procurement, valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
The role offers excellent exposure to complex infrastructure projects and a clear opportunity to progress into a more senior commercial position.
Responsibilities for Quantity Surveyor
- Support the commercial management of civil engineering, power and utilities projects.
- Prepare and manage subcontractor procurement packages, applications and payments.
- Assist with monthly valuations, applications for payment and cost reporting.
- Prepare and maintain cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
- Manage variations, change control and commercial documentation.
- Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.
- Work closely with Project Managers, operational teams and subcontractors.
- Support tendering, pricing and contract administration.
- Assist with final accounts and commercial close-out.
Requirements for Quantity Surveyor
- Previous Quantity Surveying experience within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts, with JCT experience advantageous.
- Good understanding of commercial management and project cost control.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with site and commercial teams.
- Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline would be beneficial.
- Full UK driving licence.
What we offer for Quantity Surveyor
- Opportunity to join an established and growing infrastructure contractor.
- Exposure to major power, utilities and civil engineering projects.
- Excellent career progression into senior commercial positions.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working opportunities.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Professional development, mentoring and chartership support.
- Access to employee health and wellbeing benefits.
