Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure specialist is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Preston. You will manage all financial aspects of highway maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with NEC frameworks. Ideal candidates hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and have experience with NEC contracts. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £52,000 and a hybrid working model. Join a growing company dedicated to technical excellence and career development.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

25 days leave + bank holidays

Death in Service

Private medical insurance

Hybrid working arrangement

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive and professional culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering or highways environments.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial aspects of projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts.
• Administer subcontract procurement and valuations.
• Identify and mitigate financial and contractual risks.
• Maintain relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

NEC3/4 contracts administration

Cost estimation

Risk assessment

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Sector: Commercial, Construction. Type: Permanent. Contact: Matthew Clegg. Job Published: 3 days ago.

Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Highways

A leading UK infrastructure specialist delivering complex highways and civil engineering projects is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its commercial team in Preston. The company’s reputation for technical excellence, safety, and social value has positioned it as a key delivery partner on major frameworks across the UK’s road network for clients including National Highways and various local authorities.

Role Overview

The Quantity Surveyor will manage all commercial and financial aspects of highway maintenance and civil engineering projects across the North West. The position demands control of cost, risk, and contract administration to ensure delivery within budget and in compliance with NEC frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and commercial forecasts
• Conduct monthly CVR reconciliations of cost and value
• Prepare and submit accurate applications for payment and final accounts
• Price and submit quotations for maintenance works and compensation events
• Administer subcontract procurement, valuations, and payments
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and contractual risks
• Advise on claims, cost overruns, and variations in project scope
• Ensure scheme costs are accurately recorded in internal cost systems
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams
• Attend internal and external progress meetings as required

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification/experience
• Proven experience administering NEC3/4 contracts within civil engineering or highways environments

Benefits and Career Development

• Competitive starting salary of £45,000 to £52,000
• 25 days leave + bank holidays
• Death in Service
• Private medical insurance
• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days on site / 2 days remote)
• Opportunities to progress within a growing national infrastructure business
• Exposure to complex frameworks and multi-disciplinary teams
• Inclusive and professional culture promoting safety, wellbeing, and career advancement

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and growing main contractor delivering a secured pipeline of work for National Highways. The business can offer job security, an excellent work‑life balance and fantastic opportunities for career progression. Contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group today for a confidential discussion on 01342 330 539.