Sphere Solutions
Quantity Surveyor
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I’m currently working with a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team in the South West.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity? Find out below.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of secured work across groundworks, surfacing, and infrastructure projects, delivering schemes for both public and private sector clients.
The Role
Reporting into a Contracts Manager, you’ll take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of projects from pre-contract through to final account. You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
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Key Responsibilities
- Preparation and submission of valuations and applications for payment
- Monitoring and controlling project costs and budgets
- Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments
- Measuring works on site and tracking project progress
- Managing variations and change control processes
- Supporting tendering, procurement, and cost planning
- Producing monthly CVRs and commercial reports
- Providing accurate forecasting and reporting to senior management
- Ensuring compliance with NEC / JCT contract requirements
- Working closely with operational teams to drive commercial performance
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or similar
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a QS role
- Background in groundworks, surfacing, highways, or infrastructure
- Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts
- Experience with CVRs, cost reporting, and forecasting
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence
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Desirable
- Working towards or chartered status (RICS)
- Experience with systems such as Causeway, Candy, or COINS
- Knowledge of S278 / S38 works
- Awareness of H&S and commercial implications
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme
- 23 days holiday + bank holidays
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Interested?
If you’re a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next move or open to hearing about opportunities in the South West, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
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