Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Bristol

Henley Chase; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator. The role involves managing project costs, producing competitive estimates, and ensuring compliance with contract terms. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, a strong understanding of civil engineering projects, and proficiency in estimation software like Causeway and Bluebeam. This position offers a full-time, permanent contract with responsibilities across various projects in the South West region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in groundworks or civil engineering is essential.
• Strong understanding of various engineering packages required.
• Driving licence mandatory for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs and produce accurate estimates.
• Prepare and issue valuations and cost forecasts.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations.

Skills

3+ years' experience as a QS / Estimator

Understanding of earthworks, drainage, foundations

Proficient with take-off and estimating software

Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills

Tools

Causeway

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

Specification: Groundworks & Civils Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

• Location: Bristol
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Sector: Groundworks, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join our groundworks and civil engineering team based in Bristol. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project costs, producing accurate estimates, supporting tenders, and ensuring commercial performance across a range of residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for groundworks and civils projects.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and technical documents.
• Conduct take-offs and create detailed cost breakdowns.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Support bid submissions, value engineering proposals, and tender presentations.

Quantity Surveying

• Commercial management of projects from pre-construction to final account.
• Prepare and issue valuations, applications for payment, and cost forecasts.
• Monitor site progress, variations, and change management.
• Produce detailed cost reports, cashflow projections, and financial summaries.
• Measure and value works on site in collaboration with project managers and engineers.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and payments.

Collaboration & Compliance

• Work closely with estimators, project managers, site teams, and the commercial manager.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms (NEC, JCT, bespoke).
• Attend site meetings across Bristol and the South West region.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3+ years' experience as a QS / Estimator within groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, drainage, foundations, roads, utilities, and infrastructure packages.
• Proficient with take-off and estimating software (e.g., Causeway, Bluebeam, Excel).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.

Driving licence required (regional site visits)