Quantity Surveyor

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Quantity Surveyor

Project Based/ National

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team. This position is suited to an individual who is commercially astute, detail-oriented and passionate about delivering successful construction projects through effective cost management, contractual administration and financial control.

Working closely with Senior and Chief Quantity Surveyors, Site Management and Project Teams, you will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of projects from commencement through to final account while developing towards more senior commercial leadership positions.

Main Responsibilities:

Commercial and Cost Management

• Establish and maintain project budgets, cost codes and commercial control systems.
• Establish, monitor and maintain project costs, cost-to-completion forecasts and commercial performance.
• Analyse cost variances and identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts and management information.

Measurement, Valuations and Contract Administration

• Measure completed works and prepare progress valuations.
• Assess subcontractor claims and compile payment certificates.
• Reconcile measured quantities against procurement records and site progress.
• Monitor retentions, payment schedules and contractual payment obligations.

Procurement and Payment Management

• Support procurement processes through quantity verification and commercial evaluations.
• Reconcile quantities, delivery records and procurement documentation.
• Process subcontractor and supplier payment assessments and supporting documentation.
• Monitor commercial commitments and payment-related obligations.

Contract Administration & Commercial Risk

• Administer contracts in accordance with GCC, FIDIC and NEC principles.
• Prepare, evaluate and submit variations, claims, early warnings and delay notices.
• Maintain accurate variation, claims and commercial registers.
• Ensure contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend commercial and site progress meetings.
• Provide accurate commercial reporting to project management.
• Maintain complete commercial records and audit-ready documentation.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide guidance to Junior Quantity Surveyors and Site Clerks where applicable.
• Promote commercial best practices across project teams.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years' Quantity Surveying experience.
• Successful involvement in the delivery of at least four diverse civil engineering and/or roads and earthworks construction projects.
• Proven experience in:
  • Cost control and commercial reporting
  • Quantity measurement and valuations
  • Subcontractor administration
  • Forecasting and budgeting
  • Procurement support
  • Contract administration and claims

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
  • Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
  • Cost control and forecasting
  • Construction sequencing and programme integration
  • Commercial reporting
  • RIB Candy (CCS)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • RIB BuildSmart or similar package
  • GCC, NEC and FIDIC contracts

Personal Attributes

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
  • Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong planning and organisational skills.
  • Professional integrity and sound commercial judgement.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Career Development

This role forms part of our structured Quantity Surveyor career pathway. Successful candidates will receive exposure across the full commercial lifecycle of major civil engineering projects.r.

Application Process

The following documents must accompany your application (attach under supporting documents):

• Concise CV containing demographic and employment information.
• Copy of your ID document.
• Copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
• Copy of qualifications and relevant certificates.
• Copy of professional registration certificate (if applicable).

Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date.