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Quantity Surveyor (Permanent)

13 July by Thorn Baker Group : Thorn Baker Construction : Construction : BR-CON

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -South West England -Bristol -Bristol
Salary:
£50,000 - £70,000/annum

Quantity Surveyor

Location: South West England

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

Looking for your next challenge with a respected regional contractor?

An established and growing main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team.

With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, public sector and industrial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a healthy pipeline of secured work and genuine opportunities for career progression.

You'll play a key role in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with operational teams to ensure schemes are delivered profitably and successfully.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the commercial performance of multiple construction projects.

  • Preparing cost plans, budgets and forecasts.

  • Procuring and managing subcontractor packages.

  • Preparing subcontract documentation and valuations.

  • Managing variations, change control and contractual matters.

  • Producing accurate cost reports and monthly CVRs.

  • Negotiating final accounts with clients and subcontractors.

  • Working closely with Project Managers and Site Teams to maximise project profitability.

  • Identifying commercial risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.

  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

Projects

You'll work across a varied portfolio of projects including:

  • Commercial developments

  • Education facilities

  • Healthcare projects

  • Industrial buildings

  • Public sector schemes

  • Refurbishment and new build projects

Typical project values range from £2 million to £25 million.

About You

To be considered, you'll ideally have:

  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor.

  • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts.

  • Experience managing projects from procurement through to final account.

  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).

  • Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary of £50,000 - £70,000, depending on experience.

  • Company car or car allowance.

  • Annual bonus.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Private healthcare.

  • Life assurance.

  • Generous holiday allowance.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

  • Clear career progression within a successful and growing contractor.

If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to join a business that values its people, delivers exciting projects and offers genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

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