Project Quantity Surveyor

KSG Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm based in the UK is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to manage budgets and contracts for high-value engineering projects in Defence and Nuclear sectors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related fields, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in project tools. This full-time role is based in Sheffield and offers the chance to collaborate on complex projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or Engineering required.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills necessary.
• Proficiency in relevant software and project tools essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, track costs, and forecast spend.
• Administer contracts (NEC, JCT, bespoke), variations, and compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to optimise delivery.
• Provide commercial insight, risk management, and stakeholder reporting.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Cost-saving analysis

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Project Quantity Surveyor - Defence & Nuclear Projects

Location: Sheffield | Full-time

SCX is a UK-based engineering firm delivering precision mechanical handling systems across Defence, Aerospace, Nuclear, and Infrastructure. We're looking for a Project Quantity Surveyor to help drive commercial success across some of the UK's most complex and high-value engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, track costs, and forecast spend
• Administer contracts (NEC, JCT, bespoke), variations, and compliance
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to optimise delivery
• Provide commercial insight, risk management, and stakeholder reporting

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or Engineering
• Strong analytical and commercial skills
• Experience with NEC, JCT, and bespoke contracts
• Knowledge of construction/engineering practices and industry standards
• Proficiency in relevant software and project tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills