Quantity Surveyor / Estimator – Civil & Water Infrastructure
Quantity Surveyor / Estimator – Civil & Water Infrastructure
💰 £60,000 – £80,000 + Benefits
We are a specialist design and build contractor delivering reinforced concrete liquid storage tanks and civil engineering structures, primarily within the UK municipal water sector. Due to continued growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join our team in Thurnscoe.
This is a key commercial role, combining both estimating and quantity surveying responsibilities, with involvement in client engagement and project planning.
The Role
You will be responsible for the commercial and pre-construction aspects of our projects, including estimating reinforced concrete structures, preparing project programmes, and supporting delivery teams with cost management.
Key Responsibilities
Quantity Surveying
Preparation of payment applications
Cost reporting and financial forecasting
Cost/value reconciliations
Management of subcontractor accounts
Estimating
Estimating for RC structures, tank bases, and associated civil works
Projects within clean water, wastewater, and gas infrastructure
Carrying out detailed take-offs (SMM7)
First principles estimating and cost planning
Use of TAS modelling and commercial software
Project Planning & Client Interaction
Producing Gantt charts and project programmes (MS Project)
Attending external meetings with clients and stakeholders
Supporting project teams with commercial insight
Requirements
Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor and/or Estimator role within civil engineering
Experience with reinforced concrete (RC) structures and infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of cost control, reporting, and subcontract management
Ability to carry out detailed take-offs and first-principles estimating
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project
Strong communication skills and commercial awareness
Desirable (not essential):
Experience in the UK water sector (clean or wastewater)
Familiarity with NEC contracts
Knowledge of gas infrastructure projects
Software & Technical Experience
TAS Modelling and commercial estimating software
AutoCAD
GIS Mapping Systems
Lighting Reality / Key Lights / Key Signs / Auto Sign (advantageous)
Training & Development (Desirable Background)
NEC Training
MS Project (Level 1 or equivalent)
Commercial Awareness / Delay & Disruption
CSCS, Health & Safety, First Aid
Environmental or sustainability training
Civil Engineering contract knowledge
What We Offer
Competitive salary (£60k–£80k depending on experience)
Stable, growing business within a specialist sector
Opportunity to work on technically interesting infrastructure projects
Supportive team environment with long-term career prospects