Quantity Surveyor

  • CSS
  • Colchester, Essex
  • 05/01/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

CSS Recruitment are looking for a Quantity Surveyor based in Colchester.

Looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen the commercial team. This is a key position with responsibility for managing project costs, contracts and risk while supporting successful project delivery.

What you'll do:

- Assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor with cost management across the full project lifecycle from pre construction through delivery.
- Prepare, review and analyse subcontractor packages.
- Administer contracts including NEC and JCT, manage valuations, variations and change control.
- Prepare CVRs and cost reports.
- Monitor project risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
- Mentor and support junior members of the QS team.

What this role offers:

- Progression within a growing company.

- Training provided.

- An opportunity to become a key individual within a construction based business.

- 30 days holiday.

- Company laptop etc provided.

What is required:

- A BSc / BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying.

- Full UK Driving Licence, you will be required to drive to sites, milage is paid 45p/mile.

- 5 days in office in Colchester, 8:30am - 5pm. 40 hours a week.

- Knowledge of the construction industry would be advantageous, but not essential.

Please contact Emma at CSS for further details. Apply today.