Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – Housing Groundworks

Location: Bridgend
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + package

Company Overview

A leading regional civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in South Wales is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

You will take responsibility for a major project based in Bridgend, managing the self-delivery of groundworks and associated infrastructure for a large mixed-use development.

With several high-profile, long-term schemes already secured and a healthy pipeline of future work, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Procurement: Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers and subcontractors to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Budget Management: Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring financial objectives are achieved.
• Contract Management: Review, administer, and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential cost, contract, and delivery risks.
• Quantity Measurement: Measure and assess material quantities and work progress.
• Cost Control: Implement cost-control measures to optimise project profitability.
• Reporting: Produce regular reports on project finances, forecasts, and cost variances.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with relevant legislation, company procedures, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry, ideally in civil engineering or groundworks.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, cost planning, and change management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and construction-related software packages.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £55,000 – £65,000 + package.
• Long-term project portfolio across South Wales.
• Opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking regional contractor.
• Supportive commercial team with genuine prospects for career development.