Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Ramsbottom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor is seeking an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to support commercial delivery across various projects in the UK. This role provides great opportunities for professional development, including support towards RICS chartership. You will manage commercial aspects of projects and work closely with senior surveyors, gaining valuable experience in civil engineering. Strong communication skills and a degree in Quantity Surveying are essential. The position offers £35,000 – £45,000 with benefits including a company car.

Benefits

Company Car

Fuel Card

Support towards RICS chartership

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or construction.
• Exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage aspects of commercial and contractual administration of projects, from pre-contract to final account.
• Prepare valuations, applications for payment, and variation submissions.
• Support cost control, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

£35,000 – £45,000 + Company Car + Fuel Card

A specialist civil engineering contractor is seeking an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a variety of civil engineering projects across the UK. The company delivers technically challenging infrastructure works for both public and private sector clients and offers a supportive environment for commercial development.

This role is ideal for an Intermediate QS looking to build on existing experience, working closely with senior surveyors and project teams while gaining a deeper understanding of civil engineering and NEC contracts. Professional development, including support towards RICS chartership, is actively supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage aspects of commercial and contractual administration of projects, from pre-contract to final account.
• Prepare valuations, applications for payment, and variation submissions.
• Support cost control, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Assist with subcontract procurement, tender analysis, and contract comparisons.
• Help manage subcontractor accounts, payments, and variations.
• Support identification and management of commercial risk.
• Collaborate with site and project teams to ensure accurate cost capture and reporting.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or construction.
• Exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, learning-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Interest in working towards RICS chartership.

Additional Information

• Full support towards RICS chartership, including mentoring and structured development.
• Opportunity to work for a specialist civil engineering contractor with a strong UK project pipeline.
• Clear career progression and long-term development opportunities.

Apply

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch with our Commercial Specialist, Jane Fairhurst.