Quantity Surveyor in Leeds

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (Civil Engineering)

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + package

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

The Role

We are working with our client, a well-established regional civil engineering contractor, who is looking to appoint an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to support their growing Leeds operation. This role is suited to a Quantity Surveyor with 5–10 years’ experience who is keen to take ownership of projects and continue developing within a supportive, commercially strong environment.

You will be responsible for the commercial management of live civil engineering and infrastructure projects, working closely with site teams and senior commercial staff to ensure effective cost control, accurate reporting, and strong financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of live civil engineering and infrastructure projects
• Preparation of valuations and applications for payment
• Cost forecasting, CVRs, and financial reporting
• Management of variations and change control
• Subcontractor procurement and commercial account management
• Liaison with clients, site teams, and internal commercial stakeholders
• Supporting the identification of cost savings and value engineering opportunities
• Assisting with commercial handovers and project close-out

What You’ll Bring

• 5–10 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role within civil engineering, highways, or infrastructure
• Experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 contractor preferred
• Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, with JCT exposure beneficial
• Strong understanding of cost control, valuations, and subcontract management
• Ability to manage projects or packages with a good level of autonomy
• A proactive, delivery-focused approach with strong communication skills

What’s On Offer

• Salary between £50,000 and £60,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing regional contractor
• Clear pathway for progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Supportive commercial team structure with realistic workloads
• Long-term career opportunity with strong project pipeline

Call to Action

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering and UK project experience, and you’re looking to take the next step in your career within a regional contractor environment, we’d love to hear from you. Contact William at Engineered Connections on 07700 149986.