Join Our Growing Team
At GDB Civils & Utilities Ltd, we deliver high-quality civil engineering, construction, and utility infrastructure projects throughout the north-west. As a fast-growing business, we take pride in not only delivering exceptional work but also in building a collaborative and supportive team where people thrive.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced QS to step into a key role. You’ll take ownership of the commercial management of our projects and play a vital part in mentoring and developing an Assistant QS.
This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a company where your expertise will be valued, and your ideas will help shape our future success.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll manage the commercial and contractual aspects of multiple projects, ensuring value, compliance, and profitability from the tender stage through to the final account. With your NEC4 contract expertise, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality outcomes and maintain excellent relationships with our clients, supply chain, and team.
You’ll also help grow the capabilities of our Assistant QS, providing mentorship and guidance to support their development.
Responsibilities
Lead the commercial and contractual management of projects, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contracts and company processes.
Prepare accurate and competitive tenders, cost plans, and valuations.
Oversee procurement, including subcontractor and supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
Monitor project performance, proactively managing risk and identifying opportunities to drive value.
Manage the effective use of Construction Manager, commercial account management system.
Mentor and support an Assistant QS, sharing your knowledge and helping them grow their career.
What We’re Looking For
✔ Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Utilities and Civil Engineering sectors.
✔ In-depth working knowledge of NEC4 contracts (essential).
✔ Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
✔ Confident in cost planning, estimating, and delivering strong commercial reporting.
✔ A team player who enjoys collaborating and mentoring others.
✔ Excellent Communication Skills
✔ Relevant professional qualifications (Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent).
Why Join GDB?
Excellent rates of pay, subject to experience.
A key role in a growing company with a strong pipeline of Utilities work.
A supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution matters.
Opportunities to progress your career while helping to develop the next generation of talent.
Interested?
Please submit your CV along with a short message outlining your interest and suitability for the role to info@gdbcivilsltd.com