Quantity Surveyor
Role: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Hybrid Working
Sector: Tier 1 Civil/Infrastructure Contractor
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 + car allowance + 8% pension + bonus and additional benefits
About the Opportunity:
We’re proud to be working in partnership with one of the UK’s most respected Tier 1 Contractors within the civil engineering and infrastructure space. Renowned for delivering technically complex, high-value projects, this organisation leads the way in innovation, quality, and sustainable construction.
As they continue to secure major frameworks and flagship schemes, they are now looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor on a permanent PAYE basis to strengthen their commercial team.
Suppose you're currently working with a main contractor or subcontractor and feel like you’ve outgrown your role, or you're ready to step into a more challenging and rewarding environment. In that case, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
You will be joining a dynamic and high-performing commercial team, where you will play a key role in some of the UK’s most ambitious and high-profile infrastructure projects. With a clear path for progression, you will gain exposure to complex commercial environments and receive industry-leading mentorship designed to accelerate your development.e your development.e your development.
Key Responsibilities:
* As a Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include:
* Preparing and agreeing interim applications for payment
* Managing and settling final accounts
* Identifying and issuing notices for compensation events and variations
* Drafting and issuing contractual correspondence
* Supporting preparation and negotiation of extensions of time
* Assisting with claims and dispute resolution including adjudication and mediation
* Subcontractor procurement and account management
* Preparing cost and value reconciliations and outturn financial reports
* Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff
* Engaging in ongoing CPD and pursuing chartered status (RICS or ICES)
About You:
To be successful in this role as a Quantity Surveyor, you will need:
* 4–5 years’ post-graduate experience within infrastructure, ideally for a Tier 1 or large Tier 2 contractor
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
* Proven experience in change management and cost/value reporting
* Commercial management of subcontractor accounts and supply chain
* Understanding of formal claims processes (adjudication/mediation)
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills
* A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying
* A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally (up to 2 nights per week)
Package & Benefits:
Our client offers a highly competitive package, including:
* £50,000 – £65,000 base salary
* Generous car allowance and performance-related bonus
* 8% employer pension contribution
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Life assurance (6x salary)
* Private healthcare and wellbeing support
* Reimbursement of professional fees
* Hybrid working and home office support
* Paid gym membership and ongoing CPD
Next Steps:
If you're a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor seeking your next challenge within a prestigious infrastructure environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your latest CV to speak in confidence with one of our specialist consultants