Quantity Surveyor
Location: Coventry, UK (Head Office)
Reports to: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50k - £60k
Position Overview
A client we are currently working with is a well-established and fast-growing civil engineering and utilities contractor, specialising in infrastructure, reinstatement, and utility works across both public and private sectors. They have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions with a strong focus on safety, technical expertise, and client satisfaction.
They are currently seeking an experienced and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to oversee the financial and contractual aspects of utility and civil engineering projects, including excavation, ducting, electrical cabling, reinstatement, and associated infrastructure works across highways and private developments. The role will involve cost management, subcontractor administration, contract compliance, and commercial reporting across multiple live projects.
Scope of the Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with the commercial team, project managers, site teams, and clients to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and in line with contractual requirements. You will take ownership of commercial processes from project commencement through to final account settlement, while also supporting tendering and business development activities. This role requires strong commercial awareness, contractual knowledge, and the ability to manage costs and risks across a portfolio of utility and civil engineering works.
How You'll Succeed
* Managing the preparation and submission of interim valuations and applications for payment.
* Administering subcontractor accounts, including payments, variations, and final accounts.
* Monitoring project costs, forecasting, and reporting financial performance.
* Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
* Producing accurate cost reports and cash flow forecasts.
* Reviewing drawings, specifications, and scope changes to assess commercial impact.
* Managing compensation events, variations, and contractual change control.
* Supporting procurement activities and negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
* Collaborating with operational teams to ensure accurate recording and valuation of completed works.
* Assisting with tender preparation, pricing exercises, and commercial input for future projects.
* Ensuring commercial records and documentation are maintained in line with company procedures and audit requirements.
* Supporting successful project delivery through proactive commercial management and stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Financial Management
* Manage the commercial administration of projects from start to completion.
* Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts.
* Monitor project budgets and identify cost overruns or commercial risks.
* Produce monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reports.
* Assess and process subcontractor applications and payments.
* Manage and negotiate variations, compensation events, and contractual claims.
* Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
Estimating & Pre-Contract Support
* Support the preparation of tenders, quotations, and pricing submissions.
* Interpret design drawings and specifications to prepare take-offs and cost estimates.
* Review subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure best value procurement.
* Contribute to risk assessments, pricing assumptions, and tender clarifications.
* Assist in identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
Site Support & Project Coordination
* Attend site visits and progress meetings to monitor project delivery and commercial performance.
* Work closely with site managers and engineers to verify completed works and productivity.
* Ensure accurate records of site instructions, delays, variations, and scope changes are maintained.
* Support operational teams with commercial advice and contractual guidance.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
What It Takes
* Proven experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project cost control.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
* Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management software.
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Experience managing utility and civil engineering projects involving excavation, ducting, reinstatement, or infrastructure works.
* Good understanding of NEC or similar forms of contract.
Desirable
* Membership or working towards membership of RICS or a relevant professional body.
* Familiarity with NRSWA and highway reinstatement standards.
* Knowledge of CDM regulations and public infrastructure projects.
* Experience in managing multiple frameworks or utility contracts.
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