Quantity Surveyor

Careys; Bedford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company pension

26 days holiday

Cycle to work

Gym membership

Health/Dental cash plans

Job summary

Careys is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our Midlands commercial team in Bedford. You will manage one or more work packages and ensure commercial, contractual and financial delivery on a major infrastructure project.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying within civil engineering, awareness of NEC contracts, and strong communication with stakeholders. This is a long-term opportunity with progression potential.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3–5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying.
• Experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, groundworks or construction environments.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience preparing valuations, variations, cost reports and CVRs.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commercial management of one or more work packages.
• Ensure projects are delivered commercially, contractually and financially in line with objectives.
• Support change control processes and contractual compliance.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
• Mentor Assistant Quantity Surveyors, Graduates and Trainees where appropriate.
• Contribute to successful delivery of a major infrastructure project.

Skills

Valuations

Variations

Cost reports

CVR

Budget management

NEC contracts

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Team mentoring

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Department: Commercial (Quantity Surveying)

Location: Bedford

Description

Deliver One of the UK's Most Significant Construction Programmes

Careys is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our Midlands commercial team.

Working on a major long-term civil engineering and infrastructure development, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of a high-profile project, supporting successful delivery from procurement through to final account.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step, or an established Quantity Surveyor looking to accelerate their career on a complex, large-scale scheme. You'll work alongside experienced commercial and operational teams, gaining exposure to major project delivery, complex contractual matters and high-value commercial management activities

About the role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of one or more work packages, ensuring projects are delivered commercially, contractually and financially in line with business objectives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing valuations, applications for payment and variations.
• Preparing and maintaining cost reports, forecasts and CVRs.
• Monitoring project budgets and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Managing subcontractor procurement, administration and payments.
• Supporting change control processes and contractual compliance.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
• Supporting operational teams with commercial advice and guidance.
• Assisting in the preparation and management of risk registers and early warning processes.
• Contributing to the successful commercial delivery of a major infrastructure project.
• Supporting and mentoring Assistant Quantity Surveyors, Graduates and Trainees where appropriate

We are looking for:

We're looking for a commercially aware and ambitious individual with approximately 3-5 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role.

You will ideally have:

• Experience working within civil engineering, infrastructure, groundworks or construction environments.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience preparing valuations, variations, cost reports and CVRs.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to build effective working relationships across project teams.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and take ownership.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Why join us?

Be part of one of the UK's most significant live construction programmes.

Work on a major long-term project offering stability and future opportunities.

Gain exposure to complex civil engineering and infrastructure delivery.

Learn from experienced commercial leaders and project teams.

Develop your skills on high-value NEC contracts.

Join a business with a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging projects.

Be part of a culture that values teamwork, development and continuous improvement.

Genuine Career Progression

This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop into a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.

As the project and wider business continue to grow, you'll be given the support, responsibility and exposure needed to advance your commercial career. For ambitious individuals looking to progress, there is a clear pathway into senior commercial roles within the business.

We offer competitive salaries and car allowances, company pension, 26 days holiday and access to a Perks Package - including cycle to work schemes, gym membership, and Health/Dental care cash plans.