Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Wiltshire
Sector: Property Management / Defence / Infrastructure
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £6k Car Allowance
Overview
Our client, a leading provider of infrastructure support services to the UK Defence sector, is seeking a commercially astute
Quantity Surveyor
to join their regional team in the South West. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to nationally significant projects across the MOD Training Estate, supporting both Core and Billable Works.
Based at the scenic Westdown Camp in Wiltshire, the successful candidate will work closely with Commercial and Project teams to scope, tender, and manage projects that directly impact the UK's defence capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the commercial and financial aspects of regional projects from inception to completion.
* Support procurement strategies and contract management, with a focus on NEC3 contracts.
* Identify risks and opportunities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards.
* Act as supply chain manager for assigned suppliers, ensuring performance and compliance.
* Support internal audits and uphold commercial and financial governance.
* Provide expert commercial advice and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
* Lead on pricing, cost value reconciliations (CVRs), and documentation using robust IT systems.
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
* HND or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or facilities management environments.
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, cost management, procurement, and risk management.
* Practical understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
* Proficiency in IT systems including MS Excel and MS Project.
* Willingness to travel to UK sites with occasional overnight stays.
Key Attributes:
* Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
* Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across geographically dispersed sites.
* Collaborative mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality results.
Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that support national defence infrastructure, within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career and make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.