Henfield, West Sussex
Full-time | Permanent
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Talented People are partnering with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected organisation delivering complex projects, where you’ll play a key role in driving commercial performance, managing risk, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities:
* Work within the company’s Integrated Management System, policies, and procedures
* Build strong partnerships between commercial and operational teams
* Monitor and manage project risks and associated budgets
* Oversee performance standards and quality across projects
* Procure subcontractors in line with commercial targets, negotiating best value
* Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
* Ensure clear communication across project teams and departments
* Interpret contract requirements and advise project teams accordingly
* Develop and manage procurement strategies aligned with project programmes
* Submit accurate and timely applications for payment
* Manage and recover retentions in line with contract terms
* Identify and maximise value opportunities, including pricing and managing variations
* Monitor costs and value to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting
* Support and mentor other members of the project team
Skills & Knowledge
* Strong contract awareness
* Good financial and commercial acumen
* Solid understanding of tendering and procurement processes
* Awareness of QHSE legislation
Experience
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a civil engineering environment
* Experience in dispute resolution (desirable)
* Understanding of CVRs and financial reporting (desirable)
Technical Skills
* Experience with commercial systems (e.g. cost reporting tools such as Evision, Business Collaborator)
Qualifications
* HNC / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar (preferred)
* RICS membership (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong working knowledge of NEC3/4, ECC, ICE, and JCT contracts
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If you’re a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within a dynamic and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you
Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year