Quantity Surveyor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company package

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to support a major highways infrastructure project along the A66 in Cumbria. Based in Penrith, Cumbria, you will join the team to manage costs and contracts across the lifecycle of the highway works.

The role focuses on commercial management, cost reporting, and collaboration with site teams to maximise value and ensure on-time delivery. A Civil Infrastructure background and highway experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Experience with highways or major infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• Strong subcontract management, valuations, variations and final accounts knowledge.
• Solid commercial awareness and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

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

Civil engineering

Highways projects

Subcontract management

Financial management

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.