Quantity Surveyor in Preston

We’re a leading civil engineering company specialising in highways infrastructure. From high-speed roads to local improvements, we deliver safe, efficient, and community-minded projects across the UK.

We’re on the hunt for a Quantity Surveyor to become an integral part of our innovative and forward-thinking team. This is your opportunity to make a real impact by managing costs across civil engineering projects, ensuring they’re delivered on time and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Reconcile project costs and values monthly through the CVR process.
• Assess and submit accurate quotations and compensation events.
• Prepare and submit pricing for maintenance contract works.
• Maintain accurate scheme costs in the Nav13 database and resolve queries.
• Prepare and submit payment applications and final accounts on time.
• Manage subcontractor supply chain, including issuing orders, assessing AFPs, and processing payments.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Advise on contractual claims, cost overruns, and project scope changes.
• Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and operational staff.
• Attend internal and external meetings (virtual and in-person) to ensure accurate cost data and efficient project delivery.

What We Are Looking For

• Surveying degree or equivalent experience.
• NEC3/4 contract and framework experience.
• Civil engineering/drainage project management, ideally highways.
• Strong Excel, Word, and database skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and teamwork.
• Full UK clean driving licence.

At Carnell we value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

What You’ll Get

• Generous holiday allowance to help you recharge.
• Pension scheme to support your future.
• Option to join Private Medical Insurance scheme for peace of mind.
• Group income protection & death in service benefit.
• Company Car allowance.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the application or interview process —such as accessibility support or information in an alternative format—please let us know as early as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Carnell are committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish. We value passionate, responsive, innovative, trustworthy, and respectful people. These behaviours are embedded across the company; they guide us in all actions both on site and in the office. We are committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our employees; not only ensuring that everybody goes home safely but also giving all a good work life balance.