Hybrid Defence Quantity Surveyor – High-Value Projects

4Front Recruitment; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

4Front Recruitment is representing a Defence construction contractor in the Bristol area for a Quantity Surveyor role. The role is hybrid, with responsibilities spanning cost control, subcontractor management, and commercial reporting on defence schemes in the South West.

The successful candidate will typically have about 4 years in a commercial function, an undergraduate degree in Quantity Surveying, and a strong grasp of construction commercial processes.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Around 4 years’ experience in a commercial department.
• Good understanding of construction commercial processes.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Collaborative approach with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Manage subcontractor packages, valuations, and payments.
• Support change control, variations, and cost recovery.
• Work with project teams to manage risk and maximise value.
• Ensure compliance with contract and commercial procedures.
• Contribute to the successful commercial delivery of Defence projects.

Skills

Cost control

Subcontractor management

Commercial reporting

Change control

Risk management

Contract compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

4Front Recruitment is representing a Defence construction contractor in the Bristol area for a Quantity Surveyor role. The role is hybrid, with responsibilities spanning cost control, subcontractor management, and commercial reporting on defence schemes in the South West.

The successful candidate will typically have about 4 years in a commercial function, an undergraduate degree in Quantity Surveying, and a strong grasp of construction commercial processes.