This role involves leading cost control, commercial management, and contract administration for civil construction projects. The Quantity Surveyor will support project delivery by preparing cost estimates, managing bills of quantities, monitoring financial performance, and administering variations and claims. This position suits a professional who can work closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and site teams to ensure projects are delivered on budget, with clear cost reporting and compliant commercial processes.
Responsibilities
Prepare and review pre-tender and post-tender cost estimates, bills of quantities (BOQs), tender analyses, and contractor payment schedules for civil works (earthworks, foundations, structures, drainage, utilities, roads)
Administer contracts and subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with contract terms, milestone payment schedules, retention, and performance bonds
Measure progress and prepare interim valuation reports, monthly application for payment (AOP) submissions, and recommendations for release of payments to contractors and suppliers
Assess and prepare variation orders, cost change proposals, and entitlement claims; perform entitlement and quantum analysis, prepare supporting documentation, and negotiate with contractors to reach commercial resolution
Maintain cost control systems, update cost-to-complete forecasts, prepare cost reports, cashflow projections, and earned value inputs for project management
Review contractor invoices, progress claims, subcontractor valuations, and final account submissions; ensure accuracy against BOQs, specifications, and site measurements
Support procurement by preparing bill of quantities, schedule of rates, cost breakdowns, and evaluation of tender returns; provide input to subcontract scope definition and commercial strategy
Coordinate site measurement activities, maintain measurement records, takeoffs from drawings and BIM models, and validate quantities for payment and reporting
Participate in commercial meetings, progress meetings, and claims workshops; present commercial status, forecasts, and recommendations to project stakeholders
Support final account negotiation, closeout, and handover including preparing reconciliation, settlement documentation, and release of final payments and retention as applicable
Ensure commercial deliverables are compliant with project procedures, contract conditions, and client reporting requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
Minimum 7 years' experience in quantity surveying / commercial management on civil construction or infrastructure projects
Proven experience preparing BOQs, cost estimates, interim valuations, final accounts, and managing variations and claims
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Sound knowledge of construction methods for earthworks, foundations, structural works, drainage, utilities, and temporary works to derive accurate quantities and rates
Familiarity with contract types, NEC/FIDIC/JCT or equivalent, and practical experience in contract administration and commercial risk management
Proficient with measurement and estimating software (e.g., CostX, Cubit, WinQS) and strong Excel skills for cost analysis and reporting
Experience with commercial management systems, invoice workflows, and cost control tools
Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, BOQs, and BIM models to extract quantities and validate contractor submissions
Knowledge of Earned Value concepts, cost forecasting, and basic accounting principles for projects
Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to liaise effectively across multidisciplinary teams and with external contractors and clients
Analytical and detail-oriented, able to perform accurate measurements, cost reconciliations, and identify commercial risks and opportunities
Proactive and commercial-minded, able to anticipate contractual issues, propose mitigation strategies, and support timely decision-making
Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic project environment, including regular site presence as required
Nice to have:
Experience on large-scale or heavy civils projects
Familiarity with Primavera P6 / MS Project for interface with planning teams
Important Details
Reporting to: Commercial Manager or Project Manager
Team: Will work closely with project controls, construction, design, procurement, and client teams
Application Process
Submit a resume highlighting relevant commercial and quantity surveying experience
Include examples of BOQs or valuation extracts where possible
Provide references to prior projects
Include details of software proficiency
Include any professional memberships or certifications (e.g., RICS, CIOB, MRICS) where applicable
