Quantity Surveyor
Devon | Civil Engineering
The Company
We’re partnered with a long-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in South Devon, delivering specialist infrastructure projects across the South West and throughout the UK for more than 30 years.
The business is recognised for successfully delivering technically demanding civil engineering schemes, including:
Flood defence and bunding projects
Inland waterways and environmental engineering works
Complex reinforced concrete structures including bridges, viaducts, and coastal protection schemes
Piling and heavy foundation packages Built on a reputation for engineering excellence, safety, and reliable project delivery, the company has become a trusted partner to clients across both the UK and Europe.
Following continued expansion and a strong portfolio of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in Devon.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take commercial responsibility for a range of technically challenging civil engineering projects, supporting operational teams to ensure schemes are delivered profitably and in accordance with contractual requirements.
The role offers genuine variety, with each project bringing its own engineering and commercial challenges.
Key responsibilities will include:
Preparing cost plans, forecasts, and value reporting across projects
Managing CVRs and monitoring commercial performance
Producing tenders, bills of quantities, compensation events, variations, and claims
Negotiating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
Managing procurement and subcontractor accounts
Providing commercial support and reporting to operational teams
Overseeing valuations, payments, and final accounts
Maintaining strong commercial controls and governance throughout delivery The Candidate
We’re looking for an experienced and commercially aware Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering or infrastructure environments.
You’ll ideally have:
A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or similar
Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of CVRs, forecasting, and commercial reporting
Solid understanding of NEC contracts
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
A detail-oriented and commercially focused approach
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel where required What’s On Offer?
You’ll be joining an ambitious and growing contractor with a secure project pipeline, exciting technical work, and a genuinely supportive team culture.
Package includes:
Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
Car allowance
Performance-related bonus
Pension scheme
Generous annual leave allowance
Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities Interested?
Apply today for a confidential discussion and further information on this exciting opportunity