Quantity Surveyor

Joseph Gallagher Limited

Greater London

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme
Professional development and career
Collaborative and supportive working环境

Job summary

Joseph Gallagher Ltd, a leading civil engineering and tunnelling specialist, seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to drive commercial performance on major infrastructure projects across the UK. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will manage costs, contracts and valuations, and support procurement and subcontract management.

The role requires proven surveying experience in civil engineering, NEC contract knowledge, and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure or construction.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Change Management.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project costs and commercial performance from commencement through to final account.
  • Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements.
  • Measure and value works on site and submit valuations.
  • Manage change, variations, and claims; monitor budgets and cash flow.
  • Prepare commercial reports for senior management and liaise with project teams.

Skills

NEC contracts knowledge
Commercial negotiation
Analytical thinking
Excel proficiency

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying
RICS accreditation desirable

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Various UK Locations
Company: Joseph Gallagher Ltd
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Joseph Gallagher Ltd

Joseph Gallagher Ltd is one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling specialists, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors. With over 40 years of experience, we are renowned for our expertise in tunnelling, shaft sinking, pipe jacking, civil engineering, and specialist construction projects.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join our team and support the successful delivery of major infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of project commercial performance, ensuring contracts are administered effectively, costs are controlled, and project profitability is maximised.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage project costs and commercial performance from commencement through to final account.

  • Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements.

  • Measure and value works completed on site.

  • Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment.

  • Manage change control, variations, compensation events, and claims.

  • Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.

  • Prepare and present commercial reports to senior management.

  • Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients

  • Support procurement activities and subcontractor management.

  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.

  • Assist in dispute resolution and final account negotiations.

About You
Essential Requirements
  • Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or construction.

  • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Change Management

  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

  • Full UK driving licence desirable

Desirable Requirements
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

  • Experience within tunnelling, water, rail, highways, or major infrastructure projects.

  • Membership of RICS or working towards professional accreditation.

  • Experience managing subcontractor accounts and complex contractual matters.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.

  • A collaborative and supportive working environment.

  • Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most challenging and prestigious infrastructure projects.

Why Join Joseph Gallagher Ltd?

At Joseph Gallagher Ltd, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to investing in our employees, promoting innovation, and delivering excellence across every project. Join a team where your expertise will make a real impact and where you can develop a rewarding long-term career.

LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed
We area disability confident employer and we'recommitted to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.

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