Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Enable Resourcing; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial deliveries for large-scale groundworks and reinforced concrete frame projects. This role offers autonomy on projects valued up to £5 million and the opportunity to work on schemes valued up to £60 million. With a minimum of 4 years' experience required, ideal candidates will possess strong commercial knowledge and excellent communication skills, supporting their career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Salary up to £100,000

Long-term career progression

Flexible working arrangement

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in groundworks and reinforced concrete frame environments.
• Strong contractual knowledge and experience managing subcontract packages.
• Ability to manage projects from pre-construction through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial delivery of large-scale groundworks and RC frame packages.
• Take ownership of projects valued up to £5 million.
• Preparation of valuations, cost reporting, and contract administration.

Skills

Commercial knowledge

Financial reporting

Project cost management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description - Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Sector: Groundworks & Reinforced Concrete Frame
Location: their live projects in Somerset (site-based 2 days per week)
Salary: Up to £100,000 + package
Job Type: Permanent

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist contractor delivering groundworks and reinforced concrete frame projects. The business operates as part of larger project teams on schemes valued up to £60 million, while also independently delivering projects of up to £5 million. This role will involve both supporting major schemes and taking commercial responsibility for smaller projects run directly by the business.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the commercial delivery of large-scale groundworks and RC frame packages, working collaboratively within wider project teams. You will also take ownership of projects valued up to £5 million, managing the full commercial lifecycle from procurement through to final account. Responsibilities will include preparation of valuations, cost reporting, CVRs and financial forecasts, along with subcontract procurement, tender analysis and contract administration. You will manage variations, change control and risk, ensuring commercial compliance across all works. The role requires close collaboration with Project Managers, site teams and senior management, providing commercial input throughout the project lifecycle and supporting strategic decision-making.

Experience & Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years' experience working within groundworks and reinforced concrete frame environments. You should have strong commercial and contractual knowledge, with experience managing subcontract packages and controlling project costs. Candidates should be confident working both independently and as part of a wider team, with the ability to manage projects from pre-construction through to completion. Strong communication, reporting and organisational skills are essential.

Working Arrangements

This role requires a minimum of 2 days per week based from the company's live projects in Somerset, with the remaining time spent on site or working flexibly as required.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £100,000 + package, depending on experience
• Exposure to major £60m schemes and autonomy on £5m projects
• Long-term career progression within a growing business
• Flexible working arrangement with part office-based requirement
• Opportunity to work within a technically strong groundworks and RC frame contractor