Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable civil engineering firm in the UK seeks a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience in civil engineering, particularly in groundworks. This is a great opportunity to advance your career within a respected contractor, focusing on groundworks and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering.
• Exposure to groundworks packages preferred.
• NEC experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and manage sub‑contractor packages.
• Negotiate pricing with supply chain partners.
• Assist with valuations and financial reporting.

Skills

Commercial knowledge

Procurement

Subcontract management

Cost reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

We're representing a well‑established civil engineering contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team and support delivery of major schemes.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will manage the commercial aspects of projects within the infrastructure industry. Typical responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing sub‑contractor packages, from procurement through to final account
• Negotiating pricing and placing orders with supply chain partners
• Assisting with valuations, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Preparing applications for payment, variations, and claims
• Supporting change management processes, including Compensation Events
• Liaising with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure accurate cost control
• Maintaining compliance with contract terms and commercial frameworks

About You

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Demonstrable experience as a QS within civil engineering, with exposure to groundworks packages
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (NEC experience advantageous)
• Confident in procurement, subcontract management, and cost reporting
• Organised, proactive, and collaborative, with strong attention to detail

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor to develop their career in groundworks and infrastructure within a respected contracting environment.

If this sounds like something of interest apply now!

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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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