Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

The Casey Group Ltd; Wardle; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is looking for a Quantity Surveyor in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in commercial management and construction contract law. Responsibilities include managing valuations and overseeing subcontractors while maximizing project profitability. The role offers a salary between £45,000 - £54,000, plus a £4,000 car allowance and benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Bupa Private Healthcare

Flexible working

Bi-annual company wellbeing day

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to discounts on shopping and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Strong background in commercial management and the full surveying process within civil engineering.
• Solid knowledge of construction contract law, cost reporting, valuations, and final accounts.
• A track record of delivering profitable projects with integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to manage sub-contract accounts from appointment through to final settlement.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage risk and drive best practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage valuations, payments, and commercial reporting.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and management.
• Assess and value changes, handling variations and claims.
• Liaise with clients on commercial matters.
• Maximise project profitability through risk management.
• Support estimating teams in pricing tenders.

Skills

Commercial management

Knowledge of construction contract law

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Salary: £45,000 - £54,000 DOE plus £4,000 Car Allowance & Benefits

Casey is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor from a civil engineering background to work on projects including highways, utilities, regeneration and public realm projects. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Manage valuations, payments, and commercial reporting, including cost value reconciliations and final accounts.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and management, ensuring compliance with financial, contractual, and H&S requirements.
• Assess and value changes, handling variations, compensation events, and claims for extensions of time or loss/expense.
• Liaise with clients and the supply chain on commercial matters and provide contract administration support.
• Maximise project profitability through risk management, dispute resolution, and cost control.
• Support estimating teams in pricing tenders where required.
• Provide commercial guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to change control and contract procedures.

Requirements / Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong background in commercial management and the full surveying process within civil engineering.
• Solid knowledge of construction contract law, cost reporting, valuations, and final accounts.
• A track record of delivering profitable projects with integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to manage sub-contract accounts from appointment through to final settlement, including payments, warranties, and insurances with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; able to liaise with clients, consultants, and the wider supply chain.
• Ability to manage risk, mitigate challenges, and drive best practice.

Who are Casey?

Casey are a multi-disciplinary contractor with a strong reputation as a community-focused employer. We specialise in refurbishment, new build housing, public realm projects, park restorations, landscaping, highways, civil engineering, and plant services. Our purpose is "Improving Lives" - enhancing social environments and living standards through construction, development, and environmental services. We are guided by six core values: do the right thing, embrace ownership, pursue growth, adopt an infinite mindset, be collaborative, and help & support.

What you receive in return

• Salary between £45,000 - £54,000 depending on experience
• Car Allowance of £4,000
• Pension Scheme - Casey contributes 2.5% more than the employee's contribution, up to a maximum of 7.5%
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service benefit - 3x salary
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (2-week Christmas shutdown)
• Option to buy & sell holidays
• Bupa Private Healthcare
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Tusker Car Scheme - lease a fully-expensed car through salary sacrifice (post-probation)
• Bi-annual company wellbeing day
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for employees and families
• Free eye test and discounted eye wear
• Access to Casey Benefits portal with discounts on shopping, days out, gym memberships, etc.
• Access to online training platform

Recruitment

Casey Group manages all recruitment in-house and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any CVs sent without prior agreement may be considered a gift and we will not be liable for any fees should we engage with the candidate directly.