Role Description
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of construction projects from tender through to final account. You will play a key role in cost management, contract administration and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
We are currently delivering telecoms infrastructure projects, with exciting growth into utilities including water, power, electricity and renewable energy (solar). This role offers the opportunity to be involved across multiple sectors as the business expands.
Key Responsibilities
Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and related documents
Produce accurate cost estimates and quotations for works
Produce Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and pricing documents
Take ownership of build quantities, ensuring accurate measurement, valuation and certification of works for payment
Manage variations, change control and commercial risk
Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
Support project handover and close-out
Build up rates for labour, plant, materials, preliminaries and packages
Maintain estimating records and cost data for future projects
Support tender handover to delivery and commercial teams
Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering options
Produce monthly commercial reports, including CVRs
Liaise with the operational management team and advise on all matters relating to Contract and Commercial issues
Monitor progress and take a lead issuing required notices in accordance with contract procedures and timescales
Lead subcontractor onboarding, ensuring all insurances, compliance checks and contractual documentation are in place prior to works commencing
Manage day-to-day commercial and contractual activities on projects
Measure, value and agree subcontractor works and applications for payment
Manage the application for payment process
Experience
Experience across telecoms, utilities, infrastructure or energy projects is desirable.
Exposure to groundworks or civil engineering projects
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant QS with hands-on project involvement
Strong understanding of cost reporting, CVRs, valuations and final accounts
Experience measuring works and managing build quantities for accurate invoicing and cost control
Ability to price/quote works and contribute to tendering and estimating activities
Experience procuring and managing subcontractors, including accounts and payments
Good understanding of contracts, variations and change control
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documents
Strong commercial awareness with a proactive approach to managing cost and risk
Requirements
Degree-qualified preferred
Non-degree qualified with at least 3 years' relevant experience
Strong organisational skills with a methodical approach to work
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Previous experience acting as a commercial lead is essential
Benefits
Salaries & Benefits
Uncapped bonus scheme based on performance
Overtime paid at 1.3x, 1.5x, 2x or 3x depending on when it's worked
32-35 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
Monthly rewards for top performers
Accommodation provided when working away (field positions only and must live within 3 hours of Oldham, Aberdeen and Duns depot)
Evening meal allowance
Company pension scheme
A culture built on trust, respect and getting the job done right
Regular company social events
Best Company to Work For finalist at the 2025 UK Fibre Awards
Pay: Up to £58,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person