Airport Quantity Surveyor — Major Projects

Gatwick Airport Limited; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% Welcome Bonus*

Performance-based bonus scheme

Discounted travel

Healthcare scheme

Life and disability insurance

Professional training to develop

Discounted shops/restaurants

Volunteer days

Job summary

Gatwick Airport Limited is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the Construction team at London Gatwick. The role focuses on cost plans and estimates for projects up to £10 million and supporting larger works as needed. The position follows an office-first hybrid pattern with three days in the office and two remote days.

You will develop cost plans, manage budgets, and assist in procurement strategies, while collaborating with multiple stakeholders to deliver passenger-focused outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience as cost engineer, contract management or commercial role within construction or infrastructure.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent in engineering, construction or business related field.
• Familiarity with web-based contract management tools (e.g., Cemar).
• Understanding of NEC and JCT contract suites and related admin/negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and ensure value for money.
• Oversee contract communications including Early Warnings, Instructions and Compensation Events; assess contractor notifications.
• Handle disputes through negotiation and collaborative working; escalate when needed.
• Support tendering and evaluation, selecting procurement strategy and producing pre-tender estimates.

Skills

Cost engineering

Contract management

Commercial awareness

Problem solving

Education

Quantity Surveying Degree or equivalent

Tools

Cemar

Job description

Gatwick Airport Limited is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the Construction team at London Gatwick. The role focuses on cost plans and estimates for projects up to £10 million and supporting larger works as needed. The position follows an office-first hybrid pattern with three days in the office and two remote days.

You will develop cost plans, manage budgets, and assist in procurement strategies, while collaborating with multiple stakeholders to deliver passenger-focused outcomes.