Quantity Surveyor

Posted 06 March 2026
Salary £40k - 50k per year
LocationBristol
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000065020

Job description

Quantity Surveyor
Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking to work on complex infrastructure projects that genuinely shape the future? This Quantity Surveyor opportunity offers the chance to contribute to high-profile projects while developing your commercial expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment in Bristol.
My client is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor who wants to work on prestigious infrastructure programmes while building long-term career progression. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes while maintaining strong commercial control.
Work on Projects That Shape the Future
You will join a highly collaborative project environment where your voice and ideas are valued. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be working on complex infrastructure projects, helping to deliver efficient, sustainable and high-quality outcomes.
You will benefit from a flexible and supportive working culture where your professional development is actively encouraged. My client values transferable skills, supports career progression and provides opportunities to mentor colleagues while expanding your own expertise.
About the Organisation
My client is a leading consultancy delivering engineering, infrastructure and project management services across the UK and internationally. Their teams work on large-scale infrastructure and energy projects that improve communities and support long-term environmental sustainability.
With a strong reputation for technical excellence and innovation, my client brings together specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver complex projects for public and private sector clients.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in ensuring the commercial success of infrastructure projects.
You will be responsible for:
·Working collaboratively with project managers, contractors and internal teams to maintain strong working relationships
·Monitoring and controlling project costs to ensure delivery within budget
·Reviewing and validating contractor and supplier costs and payment applications
·Producing financial reports and presenting cost and risk updates to stakeholders
·Supporting or leading procurement processes including contractor evaluation and appointment
·Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with agreed terms and conditions
·Managing change control processes including reviewing quotations and assessing validity
·Maintaining accurate and comprehensive commercial project records
·Identifying and mitigating commercial risks across projects
·Supporting value engineering activities to optimise project performance
Skills and Experience You Will Need
To succeed in this Quantity Surveyor role, you will ideally have:
·BSc in Quantity Surveying or a similar relevant degree
·Experience in both pre-contract and post-contract quantity surveying duties
·Experience working with NEC4, FIDIC or ICHEME contracts
·Understanding of methods of measurement such as CESMM4 or MMHW
·Experience working on civil infrastructure projects such as Highways, Water or Rail (desirable but not essential)
·Progression towards membership with the Chartered Institute of Surveyors (RICS) or an equivalent professional body
 Benefits
·Competitive salary dependent on experience
·Flexible and hybrid working options
·Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional leave
·Employee reward and recognition programmes
·Tailored benefits to support your health, wellbeing and lifestyle
·Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
·Support towards professional accreditation
This Quantity Surveyor position is based in Bristol with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available.
You will benefit from structured career development, mentoring opportunities and exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects. My client actively supports professional development and will invest in helping you progress your career within the commercial and project management disciplines.
Security clearance may be required for certain projects and will be discussed during the interview process if applicable.
If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career and work on exciting infrastructure projects in Bristol, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity further.