Intermediate Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure - Reading

Flagship Consulting; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering Consultancy in Reading is seeking an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. The role involves delivering Quantity Surveying services for civil and infrastructure projects, offering clear career progression opportunities and support for professional development. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Quantity Surveying, have consultancy experience, and possess strong commercial skills. The company promotes a dynamic culture with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Secure workload across long-term frameworks

Clear progression opportunities to Senior QS

Excellent company culture with mentorship and training

Qualifications

• Consultancy/PQS-side experience required.
• Exposure to infrastructure, utilities, or water projects is desirable.
• MRICS status or working towards chartership is appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services.
• Support commercial management of civil and utility projects.
• Prepare cost plans, procurement strategies, and risk assessments.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Communication skills

NEC contract experience

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Job title: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Location: Reading

Sector: Utilities, Water

The Company

Our client is one of the UK's fastest-growing Civil Engineering Consultancies, delivering projects across Energy, Environmental, Water, and Utilities sectors. Known for their dynamic culture and long-term client partnerships, they are a trusted delivery partner on major national infrastructure frameworks — offering strong job security and genuine career development opportunities.

The Opportunity

Due to recent project wins and continued growth, the company is seeking anIntermediate Quantity Surveyorto join its expanding Reading team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated QS to gain exposure to large-scale infrastructure and civil engineering schemes, while developing their technical and commercial expertise in a supportive consultancy environment. You\'ll work closely with senior colleagues, with a clear progression path towards more senior roles.

The Role

As an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will be involved in:

• Delivering pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services
• Supporting the commercial management of civil, infrastructure, and utility projects
• Preparing cost plans, procurement strategies, and risk assessments
• Assisting with contract administration and reporting
• Attending client meetings and supporting client relationships
• Working collaboratively as part of a growing project team

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• Consultancy/PQS-side experience (essential)
• Exposure to infrastructure, utilities, or water projects (desirable)
• Strong commercial awareness and communication skills
• MRICS status, or currently working towards chartership (full support provided)
• Ambition to progress within a growing, collaborative business
• NEC contract experience (essential)

Why Join?

• Secure workload across long-term frameworks
• Clear progression opportunities to Senior QS and beyond
• Market-leading reputation in civil infrastructure consulting
• Excellent company culture with mentorship and training
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available

Interested?
Apply in confidence via this advert, or contact Ben Chappell directly at (phone number removed)