Quantity Surveyor

Calco Recruitment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable demolition and decommissioning contractor seeks a Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial support on projects. Responsibilities include liaising with clients, managing budgets, and subcontract performance. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, experience in construction or demolition, and relevant contract administration skills. The position is based in the M3 Corridor with a competitive salary of £70k DOE. A driving license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction or demolition.
• Security clearance desirable.
• Valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients on commercial matters.
• Drafting sub‑contract orders/contracts with subcontractors.
• Valuing completed work and managing budgets.

Skills

NEC contract administration

Cost-value reconciliation

Attention to detail

Computing skills

Strong work ethic

Education

BSc, HND, or HNC in Quantity Surveying

Job description

About the Company

My client is a well-established demolition and decommissioning contractor headquartered in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. The business offers a full spectrum of services including demolition, dismantling and asset recovery, industrial cleaning, decontamination, site clearance and land remediation — across sectors such as industrial, aerospace, chemical, oil & gas, nuclear, residential‑regeneration, and more.

In recent years, the firm has demonstrated robust growth: at one point doubling turnover to approximately £25 million during a three-year period of expansion.

Quantity Surveyor - Demolitions

Location: M3 Corridor & Head Office

Salary: £70k DOE

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• BSc, HND, or HNC in Quantity Surveying
• Previous experience in construction or demolition
• Extensive experience of NEC contract administration
• Skills in cost‑value reconciliation
• Security clearance desirable
• Valid CSCS card
• RICS chartership desirable (if applicable)
• Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic — you will be working closely with a demolition project management team operating under strict programmes and rigorous project parameters
• Ability to operate in a heavily regulated environment; adaptable, dynamic, and flexible in applying procedures, policy and regulation
• Keen attention to detail and strong computing skills
• Proven track record of working within a contractor organisation with annual turnover of £10 million or more

Job Description

Working alongside the Project Manager and Commercial Director, the Quantity Surveyor will provide key commercial support across a portfolio of projects. Primary duties will include:

• Liaising with clients on commercial matters
• Drafting sub‑contract orders/contracts with subcontractors and assisting in their performance management
• Valuing completed work, managing budgets and overseeing payments
• Managing change control — handling Early Warnings, Compensation Events and Instructions
• Preparing applications for payments
• Reviewing project spend against estimates and providing monthly reports on project performance
• Preparing tender returns and reviewing contract documentation

A driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites will be required. The primary region of work will be along the M3 Corridor, with the Head Office based in Portsmouth.