Quantity Surveyor for Civil Projects — Career Growth

Careys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days’ annual leave

My Perks lifestyle benefits

Professional development opportunities

Support from experienced teams

Variety of civil projects

Job summary

Careys is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join the Commercial (Quantity Surveying) team in London. You will work with experienced professionals to support project delivery and take responsibility for key commercial activities.

The role offers progression opportunities and exposure to a variety of civil engineering and construction projects, with a focus on cost control, reporting and governance. A degree in Quantity Surveying is required.

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience administering construction contracts, ideally including NEC forms of contract.
• Good understanding of subcontractor management, procurement and commercial reporting.
• Experience preparing valuations, cost reports and cost value reconciliations.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the commercial performance of projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts and monthly reports.
• Produce CVRs, valuations and financial performance information.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, administration, valuations and payments.
• Prepare subcontract orders and assess payment applications.
• Monitor variations, compensation events and contract changes.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and support cost control.
• Maintain accurate contractual records and change registers.
• Collaborate with site teams, project managers, clients and subcontractors to resolve issues.
• Support the development of Assistant Quantity Surveyors and graduates.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Candy

Autodesk

Job description

Careys is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join the Commercial (Quantity Surveying) team in London. You will work with experienced professionals to support project delivery and take responsibility for key commercial activities.

The role offers progression opportunities and exposure to a variety of civil engineering and construction projects, with a focus on cost control, reporting and governance. A degree in Quantity Surveying is required.