£45000 - £65000 per annum
About the Role
RGB Recruitment seeks a Quantity Surveyor for a permanent, full-time post in Bristol, paying £45,000–£65,000 annually. The successful candidate will handle commercial management of civil engineering and highways schemes across the South West, working alongside operational colleagues to control costs, administer contracts and secure successful outcomes. Applicants should bring a commercially focused background in infrastructure, highways or civil engineering, with strong numeracy, negotiation and reporting abilities. The package includes a company car or allowance, pension and 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays. This position suits someone ready to contribute immediately to a supportive commercial team delivering varied projects throughout the region.
Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering & Highways
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits: Company Car or Car Allowance, Pension, 26 Days' Holiday + Bank Holidays
RGB Recruitment is working with an established civil engineering contractor seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with a background in civil engineering, highways or infrastructure to join a supportive team delivering a range of projects across the South West.
The successful candidate will be involved in the commercial management of projects, working closely with operational teams to ensure effective cost control, contract administration and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the commercial aspects of civil engineering and highways projects.
- Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment.
- Manage subcontractor procurement, appointments and accounts.
- Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.
- Identify, assess and manage variations and compensation events.
- Administer contracts under NEC3 and NEC4.
- Prepare commercial reports and cost/value reconciliations.
- Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
- Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
- Work closely with project managers, engineers and site teams.
- Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, highways or infrastructure.
- Good working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
- Experience in subcontractor management, valuations and cost reporting.
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider project team.
- Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline would be advantageous.
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Company car or car allowance.
- 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Pension and additional employee benefits.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive and experienced commercial team.
- Clear opportunities for progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
- Long-term career opportunities within civil engineering and infrastructure.
For further information or a confidential discussion, contact Laura at RGB Recruitment.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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