National Gas Services
Junior Quantity Surveyor
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£44,642 to £49,894 + up to 6% bonus
Location: West region (Hub: Bristol)
Working pattern: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office/on site
Travel: Regular travel within the region, including the Bristol hub
Location requirement: Based within the West region and within reasonable travelling distance of operational sites
About Us
At National Gas, the work we do matters.
As Britain's national gas network, we help keep the lights on, businesses running, and homes warm by maintaining the critical infrastructure that transports gas across Great Britain. While providing the energy security Britain relies on today, we're also helping transform the network for a clean energy future.
Join us and help secure Britain's energy.
About The Role
As a Junior Quantity Surveyor, you'll help ensure infrastructure and operational projects deliver value, remain commercially robust, and achieve the outcomes our region depends on. Working closely with project managers and commercial colleagues, you'll support contract management, cost control, risk management, and supplier performance across a diverse portfolio of work.
Why this role matters
The West region plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing critical gas transmission infrastructure, supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assets across the network. Delivering projects successfully across the region requires strong commercial management, effective contract administration, and robust financial oversight.
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In this role, you'll help ensure investment is managed responsibly and projects deliver lasting value. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of project and commercial activities, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to outcomes that support operational performance, continuous improvement, and the region's long-term success. If you're looking to develop your career in an environment where your work has a visible impact, you'll find plenty of opportunity here.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting the commercial and contractual management of infrastructure projects
- Managing commercial activities on allocated contracts while contributing across a wider portfolio
- Monitoring project expenditure, validating payment applications, and preparing payment certificates
- Supporting risk management activities and maintaining project risk registers alongside project managers
- Producing commercial reports, meeting records, and supporting project documentation
- Assisting with tender evaluations, supplier engagement, and contract negotiations
- Supporting dispute resolution activities through the collation and review of commercial information
What you’ll bring
This role would suit someone who enjoys combining commercial thinking with project delivery and is looking to develop a long-term career in infrastructure and construction.
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Quantity Surveying, or currently working towards a Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent professional qualification
- Knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, including Options A, C, and E
- Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness and understanding of supply chain management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Full UK driving licence
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Desirable
- Utilities sector experience
- Associate membership of RICS (AssocRICS)
- Experience supporting contract management activities
- Understanding of project management, scheduling, and cost control principles
- Experience supporting tender evaluations and commercial reviews
What we offer
- Market-leading double-match pension (up to 12% company contribution)
- Annual performance bonus up to 6%
- Access to the Tusker salary sacrifice car scheme
- 26 days holiday (plus statutory holidays)
- 10x salary life assurance and income protection
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and technology options
- Family-friendly policies, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities
Inclusive recruitment
We're building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, championing diversity, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
National Gas is a Disability Confident employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.
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