Defence Quantity Surveyor – Secure Projects | Bristol

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Taunton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker & Sloan Ltd, a Bristol-based contractor delivering defence projects, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a regulated, long-term programme. You will support commercial delivery on defence construction, ensuring cost control and contractual compliance.

Ideal candidates have experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in main contracting, with strong understanding of NEC contracts and the ability to operate within secure environments.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in a main contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of construction cost management and procurement.
• Experience working under NEC contracts (desirable).
• Comfortable operating within regulated or secure environments.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion.
• Based in or commutable to Bristol and the wider South West.

Responsibilities

• Cost management and commercial reporting across defence projects
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Valuations, variations, and change control
• Assisting with cost forecasting, final accounts, and risk management
• Ensuring contractual and procedural compliance within secure frameworks
• Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to support successful delivery

Skills

Quantity Surveyor

Cost management

Procurement

NEC contracts

Job description

Walker & Sloan Ltd, a Bristol-based contractor delivering defence projects, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a regulated, long-term programme. You will support commercial delivery on defence construction, ensuring cost control and contractual compliance.

Ideal candidates have experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in main contracting, with strong understanding of NEC contracts and the ability to operate within secure environments.