Quantity Surveyor

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Hardwicke; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Life Assurance (2x salary)

Health cash plan

Enhanced pensions contributions (5%)

Flexible Holiday Scheme with buy and-s

Cycle to work

Money @ Work Schemes

Discount on Markey Group products

Job summary

Markey Construction in Gloucester is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our busy commercial team. You will analyse costs, prepare budgets, and support procurement across a diverse project portfolio, ensuring value and compliance with programmes.

Ideal candidates bring proven QS experience in construction, strong cost-management skills, familiarity with contracts and tendering, and a proactive approach to problem solving. A UK driving licence is preferred; hybrid working arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying within construction
• Experience using cost-estimating software and commercial management tools (e.g. Causeway)
• A strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes and cost management
• A comprehensive understanding of construction drawings across sectors
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines
• A valid UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts for construction projects
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost control, and value engineering exercises
• Manage procurement activities, including tender preparation, tender evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract award
• Monitor project costs and financial performance, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and programme requirements
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts
• Provide commercial and cost management advice to clients, contractors, and project teams
• Maintain accurate project records, documentation, and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations industry standards and company procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and project outcomes

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Driving licence

Tools

Causeway

Job description

Location: Hybrid / Hardwicke, Gloucester GL2 2RN, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Construction & Built Environment | Construction Professionals
Salary: Negotiable salary

Why Join Markey Construction?

At Markey Construction, you'll join a family run business with over 50 years of experience delivering high profile construction projects. We have built our reputation on the highest standards of quality, safety and client service, while continually investing in our people.

As we've grown, we've remained true to the values that have shaped our success: building long term relationships, supporting the development of our employees and creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive.

Position

As a Quantity Surveyor at Markey Construction, you will play a key role in the successful delivery in a diverse project portfolio. Working closely with experienced project teams, you'll play a vital role in maximising value, managing risk and driving commercial performance.

What you will bring to Markey Construction:

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor who combines strong commercial awareness and with a proactive solutions-based approach, to help manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will be confident in cost management and identify opportunities to maximise value throughout each project.

Ideally you will have:

• Proven experience of working in Quantity Surveying within the construction industry.
• Experience using cost-estimating software and commercial management tools (e.g. Causeway).
• A strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes and cost management.
• A comprehensive understanding of construction drawings across a variety of sectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to manage conflicting priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
• A valid UK driving licence.

What you will do:

• Prepare and analyse cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts for construction projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost control, and value engineering exercises.
• Manage procurement activities, including tender preparation, tender evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract award.
• Monitor project costs and financial performance, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and programme requirements.
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Provide commercial and cost management advice to clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Maintain accurate project records, documentation, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations industry standards and company procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and project outcomes.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary plus car allowance.
• Performance related pay scheme.
• Life Assurance cover (2x annual salary).
• Health cash plan including cash back, discounts and an employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced pensions contributions (5% employer contributions)
• Flexible Holiday Scheme with buy and sell options.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Money @ Work Schemes (Savings, loans and flexible credit)
• Discount on a range of products and services within Markey Group

Working Hours:

Full time, Monday to Friday.

40 hours per week between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.