Senior Quantity Surveyor – South West

Octavius Infrastructure; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering organization in Swindon is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of projects valued at £10 million annually. The ideal candidate will have NEC Contracts experience and the ability to handle multiple projects. This position offers competitive compensation, hybrid working options, and extensive benefits including a Company Car scheme and Private Healthcare.

Benefits

Company Car scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance cover

25 days Annual Leave

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity package

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a quantity surveying role in a civil engineering environment.
• Experience with NEC Contracts is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple large projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial performance and conduct procurement processes.
• Support project delivery in compliance with contractual terms.
• Lead a small team in commercial management.

Skills

Commercial management

Building relationships

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

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Senior Quantity Surveyor – South West, Swindon

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Location: Swindon, United Kingdom

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Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Octavius is a leading civil engineering organisation dedicated to delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team for the Wales & Western Stations and Buildings Work Contract for Control Period 7 (CP7), covering 2024 to 2029.

These roles involve the commercial management of a portfolio of projects with an estimated annual value of £10 million. This framework includes maintenance and renewals of canopies, buildings, depots, platform structures, car parks, and subways.

Find out more about our project:

• Network Rail Wales & Western region announces successful buildings & civils, and electrification & plant suppliers for CP7 (2024-2029) projects
• Five win £2bn Wales and Western rail renewal deals | Construction Enquirer News
• The first major phase of work on the new Okehampton Interchange in Devon is complete!
• For the first time in over 50 years, passengers travelling to and from Lostwithiel Station, Cornwall are now able to enjoy a new footbridge!
• Our Wales & Western Framework team are having a fantastic time meeting our new neighbours whilst supporting 1st St Margarets Scout Group in Swindon.

The roles will involve travel to our sites in the South West or in our offices in Swindon or Bristol on average 2 days/week.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for the robust commercial management of a variety of projects. This includes overseeing financial performance, managing costs, conducting procurement processes, and maintaining accurate financial logs and reports.
• You will work closely with customers and stakeholders to support successful project delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and achieving business plan commitments.
• You will lead the commercial management of both projects and manage a small team, ensuring their development and performance.

You'll receive:

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

About you:

As a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor, you excel in building relationships, communicating effectively at all levels within and outside the team. Your analytical mindset drives data-led decision-making, ensuring strategic project management. With excellent organisational skills, you navigate conflicting priorities adeptly. Your creative problem-solving approach thrives in adverse situations. Resilient and flexible, you respond to changing priorities with determination.

You'll bring:

• Practical experience in a quantity surveying role in a civil engineering environment, working for a main contractor.
• NEC Contracts experience is essential.
• Experience working on rail renewal, enhancement or AFA schemes is an advantage.
• Experience working on multiple and large projects simultaneously, be able to work independently and manage a small team.

Are you ready to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing rail infrastructure across the Wales and Western region? Apply now

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.