Quantity Surveyor

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Taunton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker & Sloan Ltd, a Bristol-based contractor delivering defence projects, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a regulated, long-term programme. You will support commercial delivery on defence construction, ensuring cost control and contractual compliance.

Ideal candidates have experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in main contracting, with strong understanding of NEC contracts and the ability to operate within secure environments.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in a main contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of construction cost management and procurement.
• Experience working under NEC contracts (desirable).
• Comfortable operating within regulated or secure environments.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion.
• Based in or commutable to Bristol and the wider South West.

Responsibilities

• Cost management and commercial reporting across defence projects
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Valuations, variations, and change control
• Assisting with cost forecasting, final accounts, and risk management
• Ensuring contractual and procedural compliance within secure frameworks
• Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to support successful delivery

Skills

Quantity Surveyor

Cost management

Procurement

NEC contracts

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Defence Projects | Bristol

Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Package

Location: Bristol

Sector: Construction | Defence | Secure Facilities | Design & Build

For my client – a highly respected regional contractor delivering secure, technically complex defence projects

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking to work on highly regulated, long-term defence programmes with a contractor known for quality, discretion, and technical capability?

I’m recruiting on behalf of a well-established regional construction business with a strong presence in the defence sector. Based in Bristol, the business delivers a range of secure and sensitive projects across the South West for long-standing public-sector and MOD-aligned clients.

With a robust pipeline of work and repeat frameworks in place, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to build long-term career stability while working on projects of national importance.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of multiple defence-related construction projects, working closely with project teams to ensure robust cost control, contractual compliance, and value-for-money delivery.

Projects typically include new build, refurbishment, and upgrade works within secure environments, often under NEC or bespoke defence contracts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Cost management and commercial reporting across defence projects
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Valuations, variations, and change control
• Assisting with cost forecasting, final accounts, and risk management
• Ensuring contractual and procedural compliance within secure frameworks
• Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to support successful delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment
• Strong understanding of construction cost management and procurement
• Experience working under NEC contracts (desirable)
• Comfortable operating within regulated or secure environments
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion
• Based in or commutable to Bristol and the wider South West

Please note: due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible for security clearance.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + comprehensive package
• Long-term, stable pipeline of defence work
• Opportunity to work on secure projects of national importance
• Supportive, collaborative regional business with strong retention
• Clear pathways for progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor and beyond

Interested?

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor looking for a secure, long-term role working on defence projects with a respected Bristol-based contractor, get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

Shortlisting is underway - early applications are encouraged.