Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black Limited; Dean; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK civil engineering and highways contractor working on the A66 project in Cumbria. You will support commercial management and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role involves managing budgets, forecasts, subcontractor payments and final accounts, collaborating with site teams to identify risks and opportunities, and ensuring contractual procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Experience with highways, roads or major infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of subcontract management, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, organisational and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial aspects of assigned civil engineering packages.
• Assist with the preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, variations and change control.
• Support the preparation and submission of applications for payment.
• Ensure contractual obligations and commercial procedures are followed.
• Work closely with site teams to identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Civil Engineering

Commercial awareness

Communication

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Civil Infrastructure
Penrith, Cumbria
A66 Highways
Up to £50,000 + Company Package

We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, working on a major highways infrastructure project along the A66 in Cumbria.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile infrastructure scheme, supporting the commercial management and successful delivery of essential highways works.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with the wider commercial and operational teams to manage project costs, contractual obligations and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial aspects of assigned civil engineering packages.


• Assist with the preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.


• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts.


• Monitor project costs, variations and change control.


• Support the preparation and submission of applications for payment.


• Ensure contractual obligations and commercial procedures are followed.


• Work closely with site teams to identify commercial risks and opportunities.


• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting.

About You

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure.


• Experience with highways, roads or major infrastructure projects would be advantageous.


• Good understanding of subcontract management, valuations, variations and final accounts.


• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills.


• Ability to work effectively with both commercial and operational teams.

The Package

• Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience.


• Company benefits package.


• Opportunity to work on a major UK highways infrastructure project.


• Career development opportunities within an established civil engineering contractor.

Interested?

If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity within the civil engineering and highways sector, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

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