Quantity Surveyor (Civils / Infrastructure)

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic main contractor known for delivering high-quality civil engineering projects. This role offers the opportunity to manage financial and commercial aspects of large civils projects, ensuring effective tender management and strong supplier relationships. With a competitive salary and benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the infrastructure sector. Be part of a company that values long-term partnerships and delivers projects ranging from £20m to £100m. Your expertise will help shape the future of civil engineering in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Car or Car Allowance

Competitive Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing commercial aspects of civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of contract documents and negotiation processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract tender packages and negotiate with suppliers.
• Prepare and evaluate claims for variation works and maintain subcontract accounts.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Skills

Financial Acumen

Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Professional Qualification in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Tender Management Software

Project Management Tools

Job description

The Company

A dynamic Main Contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality projects for a long list of blue-chip clients. Their sterling reputation as a contractor has allowed them to branch out into numerous markets including: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure, Residential, Commercial & Retail, with project sizes ranging from £20m to £100m.

The company values relationships highly, reflected in their long-standing partnerships with subcontractors and a high level of repeat business with clients.

This role is within the Civils division, specializing in civil and infrastructure projects such as earthworks, section 278 works, and rail freight.

The Role

The position involves joining the commercial team on a large civils project or managing your own smaller project, focusing on the financial and commercial aspects of the site. Responsibilities include:

• Issuing and managing subcontract tender packages.
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Reviewing contract documents.
• Maintaining relationships with supply chain subcontractors.
• Attending commercial review meetings.
• Supporting client valuation submissions and managing the variation account.
• Managing subcontract accounts from procurement to final account.
• Preparing and evaluating claims for variation works.

Benefits

The successful candidate can earn up to £55,000 per annum. Benefits include a car or car allowance, a competitive pension scheme, private healthcare, and an additional bonus scheme.