Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor (Public Sector) Cardiff £48,000 DOE

Your new company
I'm partnered with a major public sector organisation in South Wales that oversees a diverse and evolving property portfolio. With a substantial pipeline of refurbishment, maintenance and new build schemes, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of high quality professional surveying services. The role covers a range of projects, from community facility upgrades to new-build developments valued up to £10M.

Your new role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of construction and building related projects across the organisation's estate. You'll manage a team of Quantity Surveyors while providing expert commercial, contractual and technical advice to internal stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering end-to-end quantity surveying services including feasibility assessments, cost planning, tender documentation and contract administration.
• Advising on procurement strategies and standard forms of contract such as JCT and NEC.
• Leading in the appointment and management of external consultants and contractors.
• Overseeing budget management, cost reporting and risk mitigation across multiple live projects.
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and CDM regulations.
• Attending site inspections, progress meetings and stakeholder consultations.
• Supporting continuous improvement and helping shape work programmes and procedures.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree or equivalent qualification in construction, surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong experience operating as a Quantity Surveyor on building related projects.
• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Solid understanding of JCT/NEC contracts and procurement processes.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, monitor performance and report clearly.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and NBS, and a full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Chartered status (or working towards it).
• Experience with BIM, framework contracts or consultant procurement.
• Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.

What you'll get in return
You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking public sector environment with exposure to a wide range of meaningful projects across the region.

• Benefits include:
  Flexible working hours (Flexi Scheme)
• Professional development and progression opportunities
• The chance to make a tangible impact on public buildings and community spaces

What you need to do now
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