Quantity Surveyor

Ivy Resource Group are working with a leading contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role based in Avonmouth, Somerset.

The company:

Our client is a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, providing compliance-led, self-delivered services across the civil engineering, earthworks, plant, environmental and development sectors. Established in 1982, the family-owned business has built a strong reputation for delivering major infrastructure projects through technical expertise, innovation and a commitment to quality.

The Role:

• Delivering road surfacing, structural repairs, bridge refurbishments, and geotechnical investigations across the city
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project costs throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring financial targets are achieved.
• Administer contracts in accordance with NEC and other standard forms of contract.
• Prepare, submit and negotiate interim valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor project expenditure, cash flow and cost forecasts, identifying and managing commercial risks.
• Procure subcontractors and suppliers, including tender analysis, negotiation and contract award.
• Assess and value subcontractor applications and manage subcontractor accounts.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers and site teams to provide commercial support and cost advice.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering without compromising quality or programme.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, commercial forecasts and financial performance updates for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and industry standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, earthworks or major construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management practices.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Commercially aware with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
• Confident managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, suppliers and project teams.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using commercial management software.
• Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and sustainability.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

• Salary and Package

• £65,000 per annum

• Car Allowance

• Competitive benefits package

• Structured training and career progression opportunities

• 27 days (+BHs) annual leave, Car Leasing scheme via salary sacrifice, Death in Service (4x), Cycle to Work, Cash Plan (claim back), Pension 3% Ee / 5% Er

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a member of our team will respond to you.

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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