Quantity Surveyor

Brunel; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel in Texas seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a large data center project in Waco. You will manage costs, perform quantity take-offs, and administer contracts while guiding change management and forecast monitoring across the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes long-term tenure, collaboration with project managers, engineers and contractors, and delivering accurate monthly commercial reports and final accounts in a fast-paced EPC environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field preferred.
• 5+ years as a Quantity Surveyor or similar on large-scale projects.
• Experience on industrial/data center or mega commercial builds.
• Strong contracts, change management, and cost controls knowledge.
• Skilled in quantity take-offs, estimating, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficient in Excel and project controls software; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Review drawings, specs, and contract docs for accurate scope.
• Monitor costs, budgets, forecasts, and expenditures.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids and contractual pricing.
• Manage change orders, variations, and cost impacts.
• Track progress and provide cost reports to stakeholders.
• Support procurement and subcontract administration.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining schedule and quality.
• Collaborate with PMs, construction managers, engineers, and contractors.
• Assist in monthly commercial reports and final accounts.

Skills

Cost management

Quantity take-offs

Contract administration

Change management

Cost controls

Stakeholder management

Excel

On-site coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Cost management software

Project controls software

Estimator software

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a large-scale data center construction project in Waco, Texas. This role will be responsible for cost management, quantity take-offs, contract administration, change management, and overall commercial support throughout the project lifecycle.

The client places a strong emphasis on career stability and tenure and is particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated long-term commitment and progression with previous employers while supporting major construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure accurate scope quantification.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and expenditures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids, pricing proposals, and contractual agreements.
• Manage change orders, variations, claims, and cost impacts associated with project changes.
• Track project progress and provide regular cost reporting to project stakeholders.
• Support procurement activities and assist with subcontract administration.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, construction managers, engineers, and contractors.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly commercial reports and final account settlements.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, project controls processes, and company procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Cost Engineer, Commercial Manager, or similar role within large-scale construction projects.
• Experience supporting complex industrial, mission-critical, data center, semiconductor, power, energy, or large commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, change management, and cost controls.
• Experience with quantity take-offs, estimating, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project controls/cost management software.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work onsite in the Waco, Texas area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in fast-paced EPC, general contractor, or owner's representative environments.
• Familiarity with FIDIC, NEC, or major construction contract frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as RICS, CCP, CEP, or equivalent.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated history of long-term employment and strong tenure with previous organizations.
• Proven experience delivering large capital construction projects from early phases through completion.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to proactively identify and mitigate cost risks.
• Team-oriented professional who can effectively partner with project stakeholders and contractors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor who enjoys working on complex, large-scale construction projects and is interested in contributing to the successful delivery of a major data center development in Central Texas.