Project Quantity Surveyor

Parker Jones Group Ltd; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career progression

Job summary

Parker Jones Group Ltd is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial performance on major civil engineering projects. You will manage costs, administer contracts, value on-site works and lead subcontractor negotiations.

Applicants should have NEC contract experience, strong commercial acumen, and proficiency in Excel. A full UK driving licence is desirable for site visits and coordinating with project teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or construction.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Change Management.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs and commercial performance from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements.
• Measure and value works completed on site.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment.
• Manage change control, variations, compensation events, and claims.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to senior management.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients.
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Assist in dispute resolution and final account negotiations.

Skills

NEC contracts

Change Management

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Excel

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quantity Surveyor required for a civil engineering specialist, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors. With over 40 years of experience, we are renowned for our expertise in tunnelling, shaft sinking, pipe jacking, civil engineering, and specialist construction projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of project commercial performance, ensuring contracts are administered effectively, costs are controlled, and project profitability is maximised.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project costs and commercial performance from commencement through to final account.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements.
• Measure and value works completed on site.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment.
• Manage change control, variations, compensation events, and claims.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to senior management.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients
• Support procurement activities and subcontractor management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Assist in dispute resolution and final account negotiations.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or construction.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Change Management
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Full UK driving licence desirable

Desirable Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience within tunnelling, water, rail, highways, or major infrastructure projects.
• Membership of RICS or working towards professional accreditation.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and complex contractual matters.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Pension scheme.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most challenging and prestigious infrastructure projects