Quantity Surveyor

VolkerWessels UK; Caddington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage costs and ensure commercial success on projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in quantity surveying, particularly within civil engineering, and strong skills in negotiation and communication. This role involves significant responsibilities, including subcontractor management, cost reporting, and maintaining client relationships. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave and additional day off for birthday

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantity surveying within highways or civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of subcontract and main contract management.
• Ability to manage financial risks and ensure compliance with contracts.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact advising on contractual and financial matters.
• Ensure cost reporting and monitor work in progress.
• Procure and manage subcontractors including negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Cost analysis

Forecasting

Proficiency in Causeway

Tools

Microsoft Office

Causeway

Job description

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in‑house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in‑house contracts.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team at VolkerHighways in Luton. This role is key to ensuring commercial success on our projects by managing costs, maximising recovery, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary commercial contact on site, advising project teams on contractual and financial matters.
• Ensure accurate cost and value reporting, monitor WIP, and identify risks with mitigation strategies.
• Procure and manage subcontractors, including tender analysis, rate negotiations, issuing instructions, and resolving disputes.
• Process subcontractor payments with supporting documentation and maintain compliance with conditions and key documents.
• Measure works on site, maintain records, enter data into systems, and manage variations, quotations, and income agreements.
• Track certifications, payments, and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Prepare monthly CVR reports, forecasts, accruals, and maintain liability and recovery reports.
• Reconcile receipts, manage aged debt, and support contract forecasting and controls.
• Authorise invoices, ensure accurate contra charges, and maintain Causeway system administration.
• Prepare and submit client KPIs and financial reports, keeping logs and status reports accurate and up to date.

About you

We’re looking for a commercially astute and detail‑oriented Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a dynamic environment. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in quantity surveying within highways or civil engineering projects
• Working experience of Term Maintenance contracts and NEC 3 form of contract
• Strong understanding of subcontract and main contract management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, confident in client‑facing situations.
• Ability to analyse costs, forecast accurately, and manage financial risks.
• Proficiency in Causeway and Microsoft Office tools.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Why work for us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills‑based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries be directed to the appropriate channel.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.