Quantity Surveyor in Ystalyfera, Neath Port Talbot

Quantity Surveyor
Ystalyfera, Swansea (Hybrid Working Available)
Permanent
£50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) + Career Progression

A growing specialist engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in South Wales.

The business delivers high-voltage electrical infrastructure, grid connection, substation and energy transition projects across the UK and continues to expand within one of the country's fastest-growing sectors. Their work supports major utility, power and renewable energy projects, providing an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a thriving industry.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of projects from contract award through to final account settlement, and play a key role in the continued growth and commercial success of the business.

The Role

You will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple projects, ensuring costs are controlled, risks are effectively managed and project profitability is maximised throughout the project lifecycle.

Working alongside Project Managers, Engineers and Finance teams, you will oversee applications, valuations, variations, subcontract management and final accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of projects from contract award through to completion
• Monitoring project costs, forecasts and profitability
• Preparing and submitting applications for payment
• Managing valuations, variations and compensation events
• Producing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and documentation
• Managing subcontractor procurement and payments
• Negotiating subcontractor and client final accounts
• Supporting contract administration and contractual compliance
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks
• Maximising recovery of all additional works
• Managing cash flow and supporting debt recovery activities where required

About You

To be considered, you should have:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Experience working within infrastructure, utilities, civils, engineering, construction, M&E, power, energy, renewable energy or related project environments
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual processes
• Experience managing applications, variations, change control and final accounts
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Desirable Experience

Experience within any of the following sectors would be advantageous:

-Utilities
-Electrical infrastructure
-High Voltage (HV) or Low Voltage (LV) projects
-Substations
-Grid connections
-Renewable energy
-Energy transition projects
-Power generation and distribution

Knowledge of NEC, JCT, FIDIC or MF/1 contracts would also be beneficial.

Package

£50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) 
Hybrid working
Long-term career progression
Growing and financially stable business
Exposure to major UK infrastructure and energy projects
Door-to-door paid business travel where applicable
Additional overnight allowance when staying away
Daily food allowance when working away from home
5% employer pension contribution
Private healthcare following successful completion of probation
Supportive and collaborative culture
Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation

Whether you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for greater autonomy, or a commercially focused professional seeking exposure to high-voltage power, utility and infrastructure projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans and a strong project pipeline.

Apply today for immediate consideration.