Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established civil engineering contractor in Coventry is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to prepare tender documents, analyze commercial risks, and manage budgets. The successful candidate will have relevant education or experience and will be proficient in budgeting and NEC contracts. The role offers a salary up to £55,000, company car or allowance, hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Civil Engineering industry, ideally in water/utilities sectors.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
• Analyze and manage commercial risks.
• Prepare interim valuations and manage cost reporting.
• Ensure contract compliance and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost control

NEC contracts

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Your new company

Our client, an established and privately owned civil engineering contractor based in Coventry, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their business. This multi-accredited contractor specialises in delivering tailored civil engineering solutions across the water and utilities industries for local authorities and high-profile Tier 1 contractors appointed on the Severn Trent Water framework. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, and due to continued success, they are growing their commercial team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Coventry office.

Your new role

As Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities

Analysing and managing commercial risks

Interpreting client requirements and supporting feasibility studies

Reviewing tender documents and assessing costs

Allocating work to subcontractors and coordinating with site teams

Preparing interim valuations and managing cost reporting

Monitoring budgets and arranging subcontractor payments

Negotiating final accounts and conducting site visits

Ensuring contract compliance and maintaining accurate documentation.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar field) or experience equivalent

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the Civil Engineering industry, ideally within the water and/or utilities sectors

Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting and cost control

Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts

Sound organisational and interpersonal skills

Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Company car or car allowance

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Hybrid working

Continuous training and development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects

Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established contractor and more.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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