Quantity Surveyor

OCU; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility engineering contractor in Stockport is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to manage cost and contractual aspects of projects. The role involves budgeting, procurement, and risk management to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• RICS/CICES chartered or working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of contracts and cost control.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets.
• Oversee tendering, procurement, and contract administration.
• Monitor costs, conduct valuations, and certify payments.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.

Skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

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Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

Quantity Surveyor

OCU Group, a leading UK provider of utilities, telecommunications, and energy transition services. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we deliver complex infrastructure projects that shape the future of energy and connectivity.

We’re looking for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to manage cost and contractual aspects of our projects. You’ll play a key role in budgeting, procurement, and risk management to ensure successful project delivery.

This role is based inStockport

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets
• Oversee tendering, procurement, and contract administration
• Monitor costs, conduct valuations, and certify payments
• Identify and mitigate project risks

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field
• RICS/CICES chartered or working towards it
• Strong knowledge of contracts and cost control
• Excellent analytical and communication skills

Why OCU Group?
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Stockport, OCU Group is committed to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions across the UK. Our people-first culture, innovative mindset, and dedication to safety make us a standout employer in the construction and engineering sector