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Quantity Surveyor
Job Posted: a month ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Liskeard
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Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
Location: Liskeard, Cornwall
Take the Lead on Major Water Infrastructure Projects
A leading UK Civil Engineering contractor is looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, supporting the delivery of projects across the South West Water AMP8 framework.
Working on a varied portfolio of civil engineering and utility schemes, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects remain commercially successful from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a family-owned business that continues to invest in its people, innovative delivery methods and sustainable infrastructure.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll take ownership of the commercial performance across multiple projects, working closely with operational and planning teams to maximise profitability, control costs and maintain strong contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Produce weekly cost and revenue reports to monitor commercial performance.
Manage the submission and commercial control of completed works.
Prepare and maintain Schedule of Rates for high-volume engineering activities.
Reconcile subcontractor accounts and prepare payment certificates.
Work closely with Operations and Planning teams to monitor project progress, variations and changes in scope.
Review project performance to ensure commercial objectives and forecasts remain on track.
Accurately value and price completed works.
Attend client Work in Progress (WIP) meetings and provide commercial input.
Analyse weekly and monthly financial data to support commercial decision-making.
Identify risks and opportunities while maintaining robust cost control throughout delivery. About You
You'll be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong commercial background in utilities or civil engineering, capable of managing multiple projects while building positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the utilities or civil engineering sector.
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
Experience managing subcontractors and high-volume engineering works.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
Excellent commercial awareness and financial reporting experience.
The confidence to challenge, influence and resolve commercial issues.
Strong analytical, communication and organisational skills.
The ability to mentor and support junior commercial team members.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to project sites when required. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About the Company This family-owned Civil Engineering contractor delivers essential utility and infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation and developing its people, the business continues to invest in long-term careers while delivering critical infrastructure that supports communities nationwide.
What's In It For You?
You'll receive a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package including:
EV company vehicle or annual car allowance.
Company pension scheme.
Healthcare package.
24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Employee discounts through a wide range of leading retailers.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities.
The opportunity to work on long-term AMP8 infrastructure projects with a leading UK contractor. What's Next?
If you're a Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a business delivering major infrastructure projects across the South West, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detailBefore You Apply
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