Quantity Surveyor – Bristol

GirlingJones; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a long-term contract to support water infrastructure projects in the Bristol area. The role offers a hybrid working model and focuses on the commercial management of projects, including budget preparation, subcontractor procurement, and compliance with NEC contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in the water or civil engineering sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within water, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Ability to manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of water infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and agree on interim valuations and final accounts.
• Provide commercial support to project teams.

Skills

Commercial management

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Autonomous work

Education

Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management qualification (Degree or equivalent)

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

A reputable civil engineering contractor operating within the water sector is seeking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor on a long-term contract basis to support the delivery of key water infrastructure projects in the Bristol area.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a stable, long-term contract within a regulated water framework, offering hybrid working across site, office and home.

The Role You will play a key commercial role in the successful delivery of water-based projects, working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably and in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of water infrastructure projects from inception to final account
• Preparing and managing project budgets, forecasts and cost reports
• Subcontractor procurement, valuations and payment management
• Preparation and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts
• Management of variations, change control and compensation events
• Providing commercial support to project and site teams
• Ensuring compliance with contract conditions and internal procedures

About You

This role will suit a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with strong experience in the water or utilities sector.

• A Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management qualification (Degree or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within water, utilities or civil engineering
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Ability to work autonomously within a project environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills