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Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group
Taunton
money-bag £42000 - £55000/annum package
Posted: 07 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 07 October 2026
Ref: 225575419

Quantity Surveyor - Water Infrastructure
Exeter
-42,000 - -55,000 + -5,000 Car Allowance + Package

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering a major 5-year capital delivery programme for South West Water in Exeter.

This role offers the chance to take commercial ownership of a varied portfolio of water infrastructure projects whilst working within a well-established and growing civil engineering business with a strong reputation in the utilities sector.

Working closely with operational teams, the successful Quantity Surveyor will manage projects through the full commercial lifecycle - from procurement and subcontract management through to final account - with a strong emphasis on NEC contract administration, commercial performance, and client engagement.

This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially driven QS who enjoys managing multiple schemes in a fast-paced environment and is looking to progress their career within a long-term framework.

The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

  • Full commercial management of multiple infrastructure and capital works projects
  • Administration of NEC contracts, including compensation events and change management
  • Cost forecasting, CVR production, and financial reporting
  • Procurement and management of subcontractors
  • Supporting operational teams to maximise project profitability and performance
  • Building and maintaining strong working relationships with both client and delivery teams
  • Mentoring and supporting a Graduate Quantity Surveyor

About You
To be considered, you should have:

  • Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, utilities, water, or civil engineering
  • Strong working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts
  • Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
  • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • The ability to work collaboratively within project and client-facing environments
  • A proactive and organised approach to commercial management

What''s on Offer
The successful Quantity Surveyor will receive:

  • Starting salary of -42,000 - -55,000
  • -5,000 car allowance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Private pension contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Long-term secured work through a major UK utilities framework
  • Clear career progression and professional development opportunities

If you''re a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering essential infrastructure works across the South West, please get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for a confidential discussion.

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