Quantity Surveyor / Clerk of Works

WSP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Exeter is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support various highway and civil engineering projects. Your role will involve overseeing commercial aspects of projects, inspecting construction work, and preparing quality reports. A BSc in Quantity Surveying or a related field is required. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in local communities and work within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of Method of Measurement for Highway Works.
• Understanding of the ECC forms of Contract.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pre and post contract commercial aspects of projects.
• Review design and technical documents.
• Inspect construction work on site.
• Provide reports on construction quality.
• Attend site and project management meetings.
• Prepare schedules and reports for quality inspections.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Overview

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

• As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Pre and post contract commercial aspects of projects ranging in size and complexity.


• Have proven organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.


• Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.


• Have a good understanding of Method of Measurement for Highway Works and CESMM.


• Have a good understanding of the ECC forms of Contract.

Clerk of Works

• Reviewing design, drawings, specifications, employer's requirements, contractor's proposals and other technical and contract documents as necessary.


• Regularly visiting site to inspect the construction work


• Providing written reports on the quality of construction on site following the site inspections.


• Attending site meetings and any other such meetings as are called for the management of the Contract (e.g. pre-start meetings, monthly progress and design co-ordination meetings, etc).


• Attending pre-handover and handover quality inspections ('Snagging' and 'Back snagging' etc) and preparing and issuing of appropriate schedules and reports.


• Attending End of Defects Liability Period Inspections and preparing and issuing of appropriate schedules and reports.


• Desirable - fulfilling the Supervisor duties as described by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract.

Your Team

This an opportunity to join our Local Government Highways and Bridges team based in Exeter, Devon.

We provide highways design and consultancy services for local authority clients within the South West. We are passionate about supporting our Local Authority clients to deliver improvements for local communities, prioritising Active and Healthy Travel modes and caring about the provision of mobility across the transport network.

Our team is based in WSP’s vibrant city centre office alongside other teams from our diverse business, there is easy access to public transport links and city centre amenities.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A BSc in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management or equivalent


• A passion for working on projects that make a real difference to local communities


• Experience working in a Quantity Surveyor / Clerk of works role on highway, traffic and civil engineering projects.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Our strong, supportive Highways Team would love to hear from you.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.