Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Pool car for business travel

Free on-site parking

Varied workload across projects

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Thorn Baker Group in Bristol is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and financial aspects of multiple construction projects from tender through final account.

Key duties include cost estimates, budgets, valuations and procurement, with regular site visits and liaison with clients and subcontractors. A UK driving licence and relevant QS experience are important for the role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Understanding of commercial construction, refurbishment or building projects.
• Experience with cost management, valuations and final accounts.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, ideally JCT.
• Experience managing subcontractors and procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of multiple construction projects.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets and project valuations.
• Managing project costs, cash flow and financial reporting.
• Reviewing and negotiating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Managing procurement and subcontractor packages.
• Preparing and agreeing variations and valuations.
• Administering construction contracts, including JCT contracts.
• Preparing and agreeing final accounts.
• Undertaking regular site visits to monitor progress and assess costs.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities to maximise project profitability.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Building Surveyors and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Reading drawings

Multi-project management

Driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Bristol
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing construction business based in the Bristol area.

Our client specialises in commercial construction, refurbishment, repair, reinstatement and remodelling projects, working with a diverse range of clients across the public, private and not‑for‑profit sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with a Quantity Surveyor who can take responsibility for the financial and commercial management of projects from initial tender through to final account.

This is a varied, hands‑on role offering exposure to a wide range of projects, from smaller repair and maintenance works through to larger, complex refurbishment and reinstatement schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of multiple construction projects.

• Preparing cost estimates, budgets and project valuations.

• Managing project costs, cash flow and financial reporting.

• Reviewing and negotiating subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Managing procurement and subcontractor packages.

• Preparing and agreeing variations and valuations.

• Administering construction contracts, including JCT contracts.

• Preparing and agreeing final accounts.

• Undertaking regular site visits to monitor progress and assess costs.

• Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers.

• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities to maximise project profitability.

• Working closely with Project Managers, Building Surveyors and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.

• A good understanding of commercial construction, refurbishment or building projects.

• Experience with cost management, valuations and final accounts.

• Knowledge of construction contracts, ideally JCT.

• Experience managing subcontractors and procurement.

• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• A full UK driving licence, as regular site visits will be required.

A degree or relevant Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous, but practical industry experience and commercial ability are equally important.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Company pension.

• Use of a pool car for business‑related travel and site visits.

• Free on‑site parking.

• A varied workload across multiple sectors and project types.

• Supportive, close‑knit working environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

About the Company

Our client is a well‑established construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high‑quality construction, refurbishment, maintenance and reinstatement projects.

Their portfolio includes projects within education, healthcare, local government, emergency services, leisure, housing and heritage.

With a strong focus on quality, client relationships and delivering projects right first time, they have developed long‑standing relationships with a range of public and private sector clients.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a varied role within an established construction business, we’d love to hear from you.