Job Title: Project Quantity Surveyor
Location: 53a Eden Rd, Magherafelt, Northern Ireland
Type: Permanent/Full-time
What's in It for You
· Competitive Salary & Pension: Rewarding package with pension scheme
· Benefits: Private healthcare, Employee Assistance Programme, on-site canteen & parking
· Positive Culture: Friendly, collaborative team environment
About Us
At OBConstruction, we simplify complexity. As a forward-thinking, family-rooted construction company, we deliver industrial, commercial, and public sector projects across the UK. We're known for tackling challenging builds with a hands-on, solutions-first approach—always putting people and performance at the heart of what we do. We're now seeking a commercially driven Project Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team. If you're proactive, detail-focused, and experienced with NEC contracts, you'll thrive here.
The Role
You will take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre-contract through to final account. Working closely with our project managers, you'll ensure every pound is tracked, every risk is managed, and every opportunity to add value is seized.
Key Responsibilities:
* Proactively manage the project's finances to ensure client satisfaction while maximising profitability.
* Accurately and promptly value and report all billable works to maintain positive cash flow.
* Proactively visit site at least once a month to measure and assess work progress, ensuring that payment certificates are issued promptly in line with contract terms.
* Continuously monitor current and anticipated spending, identifying and implementing cost-effective alternatives to maximise
* profitability.
* Ensure all contractual obligations are met by understanding key contract terms, managing variations fairly, and keeping records to demonstrate compliance.
* Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders to ensure alignment on financial matters and project progress.
Key Competencies:
* Analytical Thinking and Financial Acumen
* Attention to Detail and Accuracy
* Clear and Concise Communication
* Integrity and Professionalism
* Initiative and Proactive Problem Solving
* Strong Commercial Awareness
* Team Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
What We're Looking For
Whether you've come up through a traditional QS degree route or built your expertise through hands-on experience, we're looking for someone with strong commercial instincts, initiative, and a proven track record.
Essential:
* 5+ years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within main contracting
* Strong NEC contract knowledge (JCT also beneficial)
* Proven track record in cost control, forecasting, and reporting
* Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working independently
* Excellent commercial judgement and communication skills
* Proficient in Estimating and QS software (CostX preferred)
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
* Experience of Construction Projects in Excess of £10,000,000
* Chartered (RICS/CIOB) or working towards it
* Familiarity with BIM, digital take-off, and sustainability considerations
* Experience with D&B contracts and public procurement
* Working knowledge of construction management software, particularly Procore
Why Join Us
* Be part of a collaborative, fast-growing company with ambition to be an Industry Leading Contractor.
* Work on challenging, high-value projects across sectors
* Have the autonomy to lead commercially, while still feeling part of a team
* Contribute to a business that has people first focus
OBConstruction is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
Experience:
* surveying: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person