Esh Group
Quantity Surveyor - (Closing date - 07/08/2026)
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Quantity Surveyor - (Closing date - 07/08/2026)
Quantity Surveyor – Esh Civils (Leeds)
This role is based within Esh Civils, which delivers infrastructure schemes of all sizes, including major capital projects. We work in partnership with local authorities throughout the North East, Tees Valley, Yorkshire and the Humber to deliver a variety of projects, including public realm, highways, flood alleviation, active travel and bridge works.
About The Role
Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision and progress? We’re looking for a proactive Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in our successful, innovative project teams in delivering high-quality civil engineering construction projects. You’ll be at the heart of commercial operations—managing valuations, sub-contract procurement, cost control & reporting, and change control/contract administration.
Location: Leeds
What We Will Expect From You
- Preparation and submission of interim payment applications and project final accounts
- Knowledge and experience in using civil engineering standard forms of contract, including NEC3 and NEC4
- Notification of early warnings and playing a key role in risk reduction
- Notification of compensation events
- Assessing and submitting quotations for compensation events
- Procurement of sub-contractors in line with the project programme
- Contract administration of sub-contracts
- Assessment of sub-contractors’ payment applications and issuing of sub-contract payment notices, making payments to sub-contractors
- Final Account agreement of sub-contract accounts
- Measurement of quantities, both on-site and from drawings, where required
- Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost-value reconciliations in line with the company’s commercial reporting timetable
- Working closely with the Esh project team to:
- Monitor progress
- Identify and manage risks & opportunities
- Ensure good quality & accurate site records are kept and maintained
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The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake other or additional duties from time to time as we may reasonably require as part of the role.
What To Expect From Us
At Esh, our values shape the way we work—and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join.
- Care: We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work.
- Trust: You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you.
- Integrity: We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision-making.
- Respect: We value diverse perspectives, creating a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity.
- Working Together: Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results.
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Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a relevant:
- HND
- or equivalent in quantity surveying/civil engineering
- Experience of working on civil engineering projects
Attributes & Skills
- Excellent telephone skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately
- Can produce accurate work within required deadlines
- Has a "can do/will do" attitude
- Is punctual and reliable
- Ability to work safely and efficiently
- Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
- Displays good time management skills
- Polite and approachable at all times
- Is open to new ideas and listens to other people’s point of view
- Takes responsibility for managing their own performance and personal development
- Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
- Valid UK driving licence
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