Project Quantity Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Quantity Surveyor, where you will manage procurement and commercial aspects of diverse construction projects. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, ensuring projects meet targets on time and within budget. With a commitment to quality and integrity, this established industry player values your expertise and offers a competitive salary, enhanced leave, and a hybrid working model. Be part of a team that fosters innovation and excellence in civil engineering and construction.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Company car or car allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Pension with employer contribution

BUPA health scheme

Sick pay and income protection

Access to health and wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• BSc, NVQ4, or MSc qualification required.
• Relevant CSCS card is a must.
• Strong understanding of construction and commercial issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Prepare payment applications and manage change orders.
• Control budgets and oversee sub-contractor accounts.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Commercial Acumen

Construction Techniques

Measurement Methods

NEC Contracts

Value Engineering

IT Skills

Education

BSc

NVQ4

MSc

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Project Quantity Surveyor, north west, gb

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Client:

Eric Wright Group

Location:

north west, gb, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Role overview

Eric Wright Civil Engineering has specialised in delivering vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, structures, hydropower, and rail for over 25 years. Committed to quality, professionalism, safety, and integrity, we have completed a diverse range of projects for public and private clients. Our experienced team collaborates to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that meet project targets on time, within budget, and to a high standard. Our strong client relationships reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence.

The role

Due to growth, we are recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor to join our Civil Engineering team. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will manage procurement, commercial, and contractual aspects of construction projects. Key responsibilities include procuring sub-contractors, preparing payment applications, managing change orders, and overseeing sub-contractor accounts and project finances. You will be a valued team member working on varied projects and supporting our clients.

You will be involved in tasks such as:

1. Managing sub-contractor procurement
2. Attending pre-contract meetings
3. Preparing formal sub-contract agreements
4. Measuring works
5. Handling legal issues and disputes
6. Managing commercial issues
7. Overseeing sub-contractor interim and final accounts
8. Controlling budgets and costs
9. Submitting monthly CVR and profit/loss reports
10. Conducting commercial and post-contract reviews
11. Managing payment applications
12. Pricing and settling variations and additional works
13. Agreeing client final accounts

About You

You should hold a BSc, NVQ4, or MSc qualification and a relevant CSCS card. You must be an excellent communicator, motivated, influential, and a natural problem solver with strong commercial acumen. A good understanding of construction techniques, measurement methods, NEC contracts, and value engineering is essential. You should have excellent IT skills and thrive in a positive environment.

In return we offer…

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company car or car allowance (aiming for hybrid/electric vehicles)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Pension with 6.5% employer contribution
• BUPA health scheme (family options available)
• Sick pay, income protection, and family leave benefits
• Hybrid working model
• Access to health and wellbeing programs and support services

Our core values: RESPECT | TRUST & INTEGRITY | QUALITY | TALENT | RELIABILITY

What we do

The Eric Wright Group is a leader in property and construction, committed to excellence and long-term relationships with clients. We operate across civil engineering, construction, development, and facilities management, delivering bespoke projects for various sectors.

Our ethos

Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we reinvest profits into community projects and charitable causes, ensuring stability and a social purpose. We pride ourselves on our passionate, dedicated staff who embody our values and make a positive impact in communities daily.

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. Successful applicants may undergo background checks and must have the right to work in the UK. We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all employment practices.

Department: EWCE

Contract type: Full time

Hours: 40

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Competitive