Quantity Surveyor
City
Consulting & Corporate Strategy
75000 Annual
Permanent
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Sector: Civil Engineering / Road Surfacing / Infrastructure Location: North West England Salary: 50,000 to 75,000 Company Overview: We are working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor with a strongreputation in the delivery of road resurfacing, highways maintenance, and associatedinfrastructure projects. Operating across the North West, the business delivers works for localauthorities, commercial developers, and private clients, with a focus on quality, safety, andlong-term client relationships.Due to sustained growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are now seeking a skilled andcommercially minded Quantity Surveyor to join their team and help manage the financial andcontractual aspects of a range of projects. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project costs from tender through tofinal account. You will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of multiple projects,working closely with site and project managers, clients, and subcontractors. This is a greatopportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to make an impact in a dynamic and respected civilengineering business. Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of bills of quantities, take-offs, and pricing for tenders and live projects.
- Cost control, budgeting, and financial forecasting across multiple sites.
- Valuation of works and preparation of interim applications for payment.
- Assess and approve subcontractor payments and variations.
- Identify and manage risks, claims, and disputes.
- Assist in project reporting and commercial audits.
- Support the production of CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations).
- Work collaboratively with delivery teams to ensure commercial success.
- Ensure all commercial procedures are followed in accordance with company standards.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar.
- Experience in the civil engineering, highways, or road surfacing sector is essential.
- Strong understanding of NEC, JCT, or other standard forms of contract.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant commercial software/tools.
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