Quantity Surveyor - Highways and Improvement Works

Quantity Surveyor - Highways and Improvement Works

£55,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package - Trafford Park, Manchester (North West projects)

Your new company

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering and highways contractor with a strong presence across the North West. With a long track record of delivering highways improvement works, infrastructure schemes, and public realm projects, they are known for their collaborative approach, consistent delivery, and long-standing client relationships. As a family-owned business, they offer stability, support, and a culture that values people and long-term careers.

Your new role

Our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, based in Trafford Park, working on a diverse portfolio of highways and improvement works across the region. You will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from pre-start through to final account, working closely with site and project teams to ensure commercial success.

Responsibilities will include:

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Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of highways and improvement works projects.
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Preparing interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.
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Monitoring project costs, budgets, and cash flow.
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Procuring and managing subcontractor packages, including negotiation and agreement of terms.
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Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts, and commercial updates.
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Supporting project teams in identifying risks, opportunities, and cost efficiencies.
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Ensuring compliance with contract conditions, particularly NEC contracts.
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Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

What you will need to succeed:

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Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within highways or civil engineering.
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Experience working on highways improvement or infrastructure projects.
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Strong knowledge of NEC forms of contract.
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Excellent commercial awareness with strong numerical and analytical skills.
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Confident communication and negotiation abilities.
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A proactive, organised, and commercially focused approach.
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Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

What you get in return:

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A salary of £55,000, plus a £5,000 car allowance and full benefits package.
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Long-term stability with a respected and financially secure regional contractor.
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A supportive and collaborative working environment with approachable senior management.
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The opportunity to work on impactful highways and infrastructure schemes across the North West.
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Clear career progression opportunities within a growing commercial team.
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A role offering autonomy, responsibility, and recognition for performance.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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