Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Jackson Civil Engineering; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic civil engineering firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for its Southern Region projects, including a major highways scheme in Folkestone. The successful candidate will manage contracts and costs, ensuring compliance and quality while working in a supportive, innovative environment. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and relevant experience in civil engineering are essential for this role. Benefits include life assurance, a company car or allowance, extensive training, and a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme (matching up to 8%)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar and charity events

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Ambitious individual with excellent communication skills.
• Experience working on civil engineering schemes including Highways and Structures.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor working with the NEC form of contract.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental objectives.
• Prepare plans, contracts, budgets, and documentation.
• Analyze subcontractors' quotations and prepare necessary valuations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Numeracy

IT skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Career Opportunity: Quantity Surveyor

Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative, and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, expertise, integrity, and quality. As a result, our people enjoy working on exciting and varied projects. We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance to support their success in both work and life.

Due to increased workload, we are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join our Southern Region on a £12m Highways scheme in Folkestone or a new Entry Exit System at the Port of Dover, involving construction of new infrastructure in the Port.

Main Duties

1. Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental objectives
2. Prepare plans, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation
3. Perform on-site measurements and measurements of drawings as required
4. Identify potential risks and evaluate options for control
5. Conduct ongoing cost analysis of maintenance and repair work
6. Analyze subcontractors' quotations
7. Prepare and agree variation accounts
8. Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts
9. Prepare and issue certification for contract payments to subcontractors
10. Provide evidence for resolution of disputes

Must Haves

• Ambitious individual with excellent communication skills and a flexible approach
• Innovative problem-solving skills and negotiation abilities across construction environments
• Strong numeracy and IT skills to handle financial and mathematical demands
• Experience working on civil engineering schemes including Highways, Structures, River works, and Flood Protection with a main contractor
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor working with the NEC form of contract

Benefits and Development Opportunities

We offer a supportive, family-like atmosphere along with:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (matching up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar, fun days, and charity events
• Early finish on Fridays (The Great Escape)

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We are committed to equality and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Please inform us if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. Due to high application volume, responses to unsuccessful applicants may not be provided within two weeks.