Project Quantity Surveyor

Sustainable Talent; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of major projects. You will ensure cost control and contractual compliance while collaborating with project teams. Strong progression routes and professional development opportunities are offered, along with a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual leave package

Private medical care

Enhanced pension scheme

Cycle to Work programme

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Mental health support

Access to virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Solid Quantity Surveying background with experience on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Administer and manage subcontracts.
• Support compliance under NEC contracts.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost control

Contract administration

Financial reporting

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Education

RICS / CIOB / ICES qualification

Relevant degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Job description

The Role

You’ll support the commercial management of a major civil engineering and infrastructure project, working closely with a Senior QS or Commercial Manager. You’ll be responsible for managing the day‑to‑day commercial and contractual aspects of your assigned work packages, ensuring accurate cost control, reporting, and subcontract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting for allocated project sections.
• Administer and manage subcontracts, including procurement, variations, and payments.
• Support the project's commercial and contractual compliance under NEC contracts (mainly Options C & E).
• Prepare and agree interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, planners, and the wider commercial team to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Provide guidance and support to Assistant Quantity Surveyors as required.

What You’ll Need

• Solid Quantity Surveying background with experience on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract (Options C & E desirable).
• RICS / CIOB / ICES qualification or relevant degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Experience in energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects (e.g., civils, cable routes, substations, trenchless or HDD works) would be advantageous.

Why Consider It?

An opportunity to play a key role on a nationally significant infrastructure project, gaining experience on complex, high‑value civil engineering works. The role offers strong progression routes, professional development, and relocation or travel support if required.

You’ll be joining a Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering technically challenging projects across the UK’s energy and utilities sectors, with a strong reputation for collaboration, safety, and innovation.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary and annual leave package (including your birthday off)
• Private medical care and life assurance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cycle to Work and employee rewards programmes
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Family‑friendly policies with enhanced parental benefits
• Mental health, wellbeing, and financial support
• Access to a 24/7 virtual GP service
• Inclusive, fair, and respectful working environment