Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bimplus; West of England; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private pension scheme

Healthcare

Fuel allowance

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Bristol team. The role focuses on managing large civils frameworks, cost control, contract administration and commercial advice across projects with regular site visits in the South West.

A competitive package includes car and fuel allowances, private pension, and healthcare, with a salary up to £70,000. The successful candidate will have a UK degree in Quantity Surveying, a full UK driving licence, and a track record in civils and

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or UK-recognised equivalent.
• Proven civils project experience with large scale frameworks.
• Experience in contract administration and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage detailed cost estimates, tenders, and commercial reports for civils projects.
• Oversee contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project costs and cash flow to maintain budget control.
• Value interim payments, variations and final accounts per contract.
• Provide commercial guidance and support decision-making to project teams.
• Lead negotiations with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare cost reports and forecasts for senior management.
• Maintain accurate commercial documentation and develop processes.

Skills

Contract administration

Cost control

Negotiation

Client liaison

IT proficiency

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

IT systems

Job description

Benefits

• Car allowance
• private pension scheme
• healthcare
• fuel allowance

Company Overview

A growing specialist civils contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to step up or a Senior Quantity Surveyor eager to oversee a large scale framework project in Bristol. The role offers a competitive salary package of up to £70,000 alongside attractive benefits.

Job Duties

• Manage and prepare detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and commercial reports for civils projects within a large scale framework.
• Oversee contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project costs and cash flow, identifying and addressing any variances promptly to maintain budget control.
• Carry out valuation of interim payments, final accounts, variations and claims in accordance with contract requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers and clients to provide commercial advice and support decision-making.
• Lead negotiations with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Prepare and submit regular cost reports and forecasts to senior management, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Ensure all commercial documentation is accurate, complete and maintained in line with company procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of commercial processes and systems to improve efficiency.
• Mentor and guide junior quantity surveyors and assist in building a strong commercial team.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification recognised within the United Kingdom.
• Full, valid United Kingdom driving licence.

Education

Degree-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline.

Experience

• Proven track record working on civils projects, preferably within a contractor environment.
• Experience managing large scale frameworks or multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrable experience in contract administration and cost control.
• Proficient with IT.
• Good communicator and liaison with clients.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial principles relevant to civils projects.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, capable of liaising with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in commercial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership of a recognised professional body in Quantity Surveying (e.g. Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).
• Additional training or certification in civil engineering or project management would be advantageous.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with regular visits to construction sites within the South West region.
• Full-time hours, typically Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility required to meet project demands.
• Working from home after probation period.
• Use of personal vehicle for site visits; car and fuel allowances provided.
• Work environment includes exposure to construction site conditions adhering to health and safety regulations.