At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage costs and maximise value on exciting construction projects.
- Company: Established civil engineering contractor with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work options, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with a strong pipeline of work across the South East.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on essential infrastructure.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying and strong NEC contract knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 65000 £ per year.
£40,000 - £65,000 (Depending on Experience) Kent/ Hybrid
An established civil engineering contractor is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, supporting construction schemes, term service contracts and framework agreements across the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially sharp QS with strong experience in NEC contracts, target cost projects, term service contracts and SOR-based quotations. You’ll play a key role in managing cost, maximising value and supporting the successful delivery of essential infrastructure projects.
The Role
- You’ll take ownership of commercial management across a range of schemes, from preconstruction through to final account.
- Working closely with operational teams, clients and subcontractors, you’ll be responsible for accurate reporting, forecasting, procurement support, cost/value management and contract compliance.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Monitoring project costs and maximising value across schemes
- Preparing cost/value reports, forecasts and monthly account reviews
- Managing financial assessments through to final agreement
- Supporting procurement and preconstruction activities
- Producing task quotations using SOR under term service contracts
- Working with NEC contracts, including target cost arrangements
- Using systems such as Excel and CEMAR
- Attending site visits to measure works, review progress and assess risk
- Monitoring subcontractor performance and compliance with specifications and RAMS
- Keeping reporting, correspondence and deadlines on track
What We’re Looking For
- 2-5 years’+ experience in QS role
- Strong experience working under NEC conditions of contract
- Previous target cost and term service contract experience
- Experience preparing task quotations using SOR
- A degree, HND or equivalent in Quantity Surveying
- RICS accreditation, or working towards it, would be an advantage
- Strong Excel skills and experience using CEMAR
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines
You’ll Fit In Well If You Are
- Positive, professional and commercially driven
- A strong communicator who works well with clients, site teams and subcontractors
- Organised, accurate and comfortable managing deadlines
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible, proactive and willing to get involved
Why Apply?
You’ll be joining a well-established, self-delivery contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the South East. The business offers the structure and professionalism of a larger organisation while maintaining an agile, collaborative and supportive working environment.
Electrical Control And Instrumentation Technician employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment
Join a well-established civil engineering contractor that values professionalism and initiative, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work culture. With a strong pipeline of projects across the South East, employees benefit from opportunities for growth and development while working collaboratively in an agile environment. This role not only allows you to manage essential infrastructure projects but also fosters a positive atmosphere where your contributions are recognised and valued.
Contact Details:
Bennett and Game Recruitment Recruitment Team
