Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Sector: Civil Engineering – Highways
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Opportunity
Red Sky Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering key infrastructure schemes across the UK. This role offers the opportunity to work on a major highways project, supporting the commercial team in delivering strong financial performance.
Key Requirement:
Previous experience working on fully built highways/roads projects in the UK is essential.
Role Overview
Reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of a highways project. This includes assisting with cost control, subcontract administration, and reporting while developing your experience within a structured commercial team.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of project budgets and cost reports
Support monthly valuations and applications for payment
Monitor project costs and assist with forecasting
Administer subcontract packages, including payments and variations
Support procurement processes and tender analysis
Assist with NEC contract administration and compensation events
Maintain accurate records of commercial activity
Liaise with site teams and subcontractors to gather cost data
Support preparation of reports for senior management
Attend project and commercial meetings as required
Ensure compliance with company systems and procedures
Requirements
Essential:
Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
Experience working as a QS within civil engineering
Exposure to fully built highways/roads projects
Understanding of NEC contracts
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable:
Working towards professional accreditation (MRICS / MCICES)
Key Competencies
Strong organisational and time management skills
Willingness to learn and develop commercially
Good attention to detail
Collaborative approach to teamwork
Proactive and adaptable mindset
Package
Competitive salary
Car allowance
Pension
Private medical cover
Life assurance