Quantity Surveyor

RGB Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Annual discretionary bonus

Company pension

Life insurance

Generous annual leave

Job summary

RGB Recruitment is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor in the South West. Based in Bristol, you’ll manage commercial activities on civil projects, drive cost control and contract compliance, and contribute to a growing portfolio.

You’ll be part of a supportive commercial team, with opportunities for career progression and professional development in a varied project environment.

Qualifications

• Experience within civil engineering environments.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge and cost reporting.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial activities across civil engineering projects.
• Administer NEC contracts, including compensation events.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts.
• Prepare valuations, cost reports and forecasts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project teams to achieve objectives.
• Maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Civil engineering exp

NEC contracts

Commercial awareness

Subcontractor cost reporting

Communication skills

Proactive development

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Location: Bristol / South West

Salary: Competitive salary + car allowance + benefits

Job Type: Permanent

Looking for a Quantity Surveying opportunity that offers genuine career progression, varied projects and long-term stability?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong presence across the South West.

With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects, this is an opportunity to join an established commercial team where your contribution will be valued and your professional development actively encouraged.

Whether you're an experienced QS looking for greater responsibility or a Senior QS seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a successful and growing business.

The Role

Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you'll take responsibility for the commercial management of civil engineering projects, ensuring effective cost control, contractual compliance and successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing commercial activities across civil engineering projects
• Administering NEC contracts, including compensation events and early warnings
• Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts
• Preparing valuations, cost reports and commercial forecasts
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Working collaboratively with project teams to achieve commercial objectives
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders

About You

We're keen to speak with Quantity Surveyors who have:

• Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, highways or groundworks
• A sound understanding of NEC contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, variations and cost reporting
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach and ambition to develop professionally

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Company car allowance and business mileage
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Company pension and life insurance
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Support towards professional chartership
• A varied portfolio of secured civil engineering projects
• An experienced and supportive commercial team

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence