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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd
Bristol
money-bag £70000 - £80000/annum
Posted: 05 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 03 September 2026
Ref: 225453346

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Heavy Civils & Earthworks

Location: Bristol
Salary: -70,000 - -80,000 + Excellent Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a civil engineering contractor delivering a heavy civils and earthworks project in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure scheme, taking ownership of the commercial function from project commencement through to final account. The successful candidate will have a strong background in heavy civil engineering and extensive experience administering NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.



The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the commercial management of heavy civils and earthworks packages.
  • Administering NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, including compensation events, early warnings and change management.
  • Preparing and managing applications for payment, valuations and final accounts.
  • Producing monthly CVRs, cost forecasts and commercial reports.
  • Managing subcontract procurement, contract administration and final accounts.
  • Identifying, managing and mitigating commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Supporting project planning and ensuring commercial performance is aligned with programme delivery.
  • Negotiating subcontract agreements and variations.
  • Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers and site teams to maximise project profitability.
  • Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures and client requirements.
  • Providing commercial support and mentoring to junior members of the commercial team where required.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.


Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering sector.
  • Strong background delivering heavy civils, earthworks or major infrastructure projects.
  • Essential experience working with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
  • Proven experience managing subcontractor accounts, CVRs, cost reporting and final accounts.
  • Excellent commercial, contractual and negotiation skills.
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).
  • Full UK driving licence.


What''s on Offer

  • -70,000 - -80,000 basic salary.
  • Competitive company benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on a major heavy civils and earthworks project.
  • Long-term career progression with a well-established civil engineering contractor.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you''re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in heavy civils and earthworks and solid NEC3 and NEC4 contract experience please apply here!

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