Quantity Surveyor

SEDR Recruitment Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage project finances and contract administration. The role involves preparing cost plans, conducting valuations, and collaborating with site teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and have experience with civils and infrastructure projects. The position offers a competitive salary of £60k+, car allowance, and benefits, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Annual performance bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme and private healthcare

Professional development and chartership support

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering civils, infrastructure, remediation, or earthworks projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contract forms and project cost management.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to attend project sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review cost plans and tender submissions.
• Conduct valuations and progress claims in line with contract conditions.

Skills

Project cost management

Communication

Analytical skills

Numeracy

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Location: Ebbsfleet Northwest (with UK-wide project involvement)

Salary: £60k+ car allowance + benefits + career progression

We\'re seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK civil engineering and enabling works contractor recognised for delivering technically complex infrastructure, remediation, and earthworks projects.

The business has earned a reputation for quality delivery, commercial integrity, and long-term client partnerships. As part of the commercial team, you\'ll play a key role in managing project finances, contract administration, and cost control from tender through to final account.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor that values professionalism, collaboration, and developing people into senior commercial leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of infrastructure, earthworks, and enabling works projects
• Prepare and review cost plans, tender submissions, and bills of quantities
• Conduct valuations, variations, and progress claims in line with NEC / JCT contract conditions
• Liaise with site managers, engineers, and procurement teams to maintain cost accuracy and control
• Assess subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts
• Support forecasting, cost reporting, and project cash flow analysis
• Monitor change control, risk management, and early warnings under contract
• Contribute to commercial strategy meetings and client progress reviews
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and project reporting standards

What We\'re Looking For

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
• Proven experience delivering civils, infrastructure, remediation, or earthworks projects
• Strong understanding of NEC contract forms and project cost management
• Excellent numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator, confident working with clients and site teams
• Proactive, organised, and commercially astute
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to attend project sites

Package & Benefits

• £60k salary (based on experience)
• Car allowance or company car
• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and private healthcare
• Professional development and chartership support
• Progression routes into Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager level

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV or contact Daniel Lewis