At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage budgets and costs for exciting civil engineering projects in the highways sector.
- Company: Join a multi-accredited, award-winning civil engineering contractor in Telford.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, hybrid working, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with long-term job security and diverse project exposure.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure projects while building strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience in Quantity Surveying and strong commercial awareness.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
You will be joining a well-established and specialist civil engineering contractor based in Telford operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited and award-winning contractor delivers projects for both public and private sector clients and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. With a strong reputation built on successful project delivery, an excellent safety culture and a diverse portfolio of schemes, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to further their career with a thriving contractor.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Telford office with hybrid working (1 day remote per week).
Your new role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of civil engineering and infrastructure projects from contract award through to final account. Working closely with operational teams, clients and the supply chain, you will be responsible for maximising project profitability whilst maintaining strong commercial controls throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities will include:
- Preparing, managing and maintaining project budgets and cost plans
- Producing accurate valuations and applications for payment
- Managing subcontract procurement and administration
- Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations and compensation events
- Preparing cost forecasts, cash flow forecasts and monthly CVR reports
- Monitoring project performance and profitability against budget
- Managing subcontractor valuations, payments and final accounts
- Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and industry standards
- Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors
- Supporting project teams in achieving successful commercial outcomes
- Assisting with tender reviews and pre-construction activities when required
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:
- Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
- Sound understanding of NEC forms of contract
- Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation skills and financial management capabilities
- Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Career progression opportunities within a growing and successful business
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial and operational professionals
- Long-term job security with a strong pipeline of secured work
- A business that values its employees and promotes a positive working culture
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.
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