Quantity Surveyor

Tarmac Trading Ltd; Snodland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions business is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role to support major infrastructure projects in the South East. Candidates will manage contracts, prepare forecasts, and ensure compliance to mitigate risks. Applicants should have experience in highways and surfacing projects, strong communication and analytical skills, as well as a relevant qualification. The position is based at the Colchester Office and offers significant career development opportunities along with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to Tarmac Reward website for discounts

Employee Assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in surfacing or highways infrastructure projects.
• NEC3/4 contract experience is highly desirable.
• Strong drive and ambition to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Manage sub-contracts: issuing tender enquiries and awarding contracts.
• Support preparation of monthly CVRs and forecasts.
• Assist with final account agreements.

Skills

Sub-contract administration

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Analytical skills

Education

Degree-level qualification preferred

HND or Qualified by Experience (QBE)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

About the Role

Are you a skilled Quantity Surveyor seeking your next challenge on a major infrastructure project?

Whether you're looking to step up into larger-scale work or already have experience in this area, we'd love to hear from you. Tarmac is offering a permanent opportunity to join our team and make a real impact.

We're currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our fantastic Highways team, based at our Colchester site, supporting projects across the South East region. You'll play a key role in our commercial team, working closely with the Managing Quantity Surveyor and building strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and client representatives.

We also welcome applications from experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyors ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll ideally bring experience from similar sectors such as Highways, Road Infrastructure, Paving, Surfacing, or Civil Engineering. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing sub-contracts: issuing tender enquiries, awarding contracts, and assessing monthly payment applications
• Supporting the preparation of monthly CVRs and forecasts (internal and client-facing)
• Assisting with final account agreements and substantiations
• Ensuring compliance with Tarmac and client processes to mitigate commercial risk
• Accurately valuing completed work and ensuring timely cash collection
• Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment
• Issuing early warning notices and managing compensation events

Additional Requirements:

• Company vehicle provided
• Full UK manual driving licence (max 6 penalty points)
• Occasional UK travel to support wider team needs

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in surfacing or highways infrastructure projects
• Strong drive and ambition to succeed
• NEC3/4 contract experience (highly desirable)
• Solid sub-contract administration skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Commercial awareness and process-driven mindset
• Willingness to travel between sites as required

Qualifications:

• Degree-level qualification preferred
• HND or Qualified by Experience (QBE) also considered

Location Details

Based at our Colchester Office in Essex. Easily commutable from Colchester, Tiptree, West Mersea, Clacton-on-Sea, Great Bentley, Braintree, Witham, Ipswich, Sudbury, Halstead, Chelmsford, and surrounding areas.

About Tarmac

Tarmac is the UK's leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today and help create a more sustainable built environment for the country's long-term future.

We are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to Tarmac Reward website (retail & holiday discounts)
• Employee Assistance helpline (free & confidential advice)
• Employee Communities (including REACH, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice & Menopause)
• Training and development opportunities

How to Apply

Please click Apply to complete your application. Apply promptly as closing dates may be brought forward due to high application volumes.

Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer.

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