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Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

I’m currently working with a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in the South West.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of secured work across groundworks, surfacing, and infrastructure projects, delivering schemes for both public and private sector clients.

The Role

Reporting into a Contracts Manager, you’ll take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of projects from pre-contract through to final account. You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

  * Preparation and submission of valuations and applications for payment

  * Monitoring and controlling project costs and budgets

  * Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments

  * Measuring works on site and tracking project progress

  * Managing variations and change control processes

  * Supporting tendering, procurement, and cost planning

  * Producing monthly CVRs and commercial reports

  * Providing accurate forecasting and reporting to senior management

  * Ensuring compliance with NEC / JCT contract requirements

  * Working closely with operational teams to drive commercial performance

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  * Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or similar

  * Minimum 3 years’ experience in a QS role

  * Background in groundworks, surfacing, highways, or infrastructure

  * Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts

  * Experience with CVRs, cost reporting, and forecasting

  * Strong negotiation and communication skills

  * Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

  * Working towards or chartered status (RICS)

  * Experience with systems such as Causeway, Candy, or COINS

  * Knowledge of S278 / S38 works

  * Awareness of H&S and commercial implications

What’s in it for you?

  * Competitive salary and benefits package

  * Company car or car allowance

  * Pension scheme

  * 23 days holiday + bank holidays

  * Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

  * Supportive and collaborative team environment

Interested?

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next move or open to hearing about opportunities in the South West, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

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