Defence Quantity Surveyor - Hybrid, Car Allowance

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme up to 10%

Private medical cover

Hybrid working (2–3 days in office)

Pension scheme

APC/CIOB support

International project travel (expenses

Electric car scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team near Chichester.

The role focuses on managing costs for complex projects across the UK and internationally, including defence and critical infrastructure sectors. You will prepare budgets, administer NEC/contractual requirements, value subcontractor work and drive commercial performance with a strong emphasis on risk management and final accounts.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in Quantity Surveying or commercial role within construction.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts; JCT experience beneficial.
• Experience with cost control, valuations, variations, payments and reporting.
• Understanding of subcontract procurement and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of allocated construction projects from procurement to final account.
• Prepare and maintain budgets, cost plans, forecasts and reports.
• Administer NEC contracts including notices and variations.
• Prepare applications for payment and manage subcontractor valuations.
• Procure subcontractors, analyse quotes and prepare orders.
• Prepare monthly CVRs and monitor costs, cash flow and risks.
• Negotiate final accounts with subcontractors and clients.
• Identify risks/opportunities and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with project managers, site teams and clients to support delivery.
• Contribute to commercial meetings and project decisions.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficient

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Cost reporting systems

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team near Chichester.

The role focuses on managing costs for complex projects across the UK and internationally, including defence and critical infrastructure sectors. You will prepare budgets, administer NEC/contractual requirements, value subcontractor work and drive commercial performance with a strong emphasis on risk management and final accounts.