Quantity Surveyor - Highways/Bridges

Your new company
You will be joining a multi-accredited and industry-leading Tier 1 contractor working on the iconic Severn, Prince of Wales and Avonmouth Bridges. This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist team working on complex highways infrastructure, where innovation, collaboration and professional development are at the heart of everything they do. With a strong reputation for investing in people, this organisation offers a clear pathway for career progression and long-term success. Due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Bristol.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Bristol office with hybrid working.

Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of a busy highways maintenance contract operating under the NEC4 Term Service Contract.

You will take ownership of a high-volume quotation process while supporting the successful delivery of maintenance and inspection programmes across specialist structures.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing valuation and commercial processes across the project lifecycle
• Producing accurate and timely quotations in a fast-paced environment
• Supporting change management and ensuring compliance with NEC4 contract requirements
• Collaborating closely with Project Managers to ensure robust commercial controls
• Delivering risk and opportunity assessments, both pre- and post-contract
• Managing client relationships and expectations in a collaborative "one team" environment
• Supporting month-end reporting and commercial KPI performance
• Advising delivery teams on contractual obligations and measurement rules
• Working with supply chain partners to enhance service delivery and project outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex infrastructure while contributing directly to commercial success and operational excellence.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:

• Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils, ideally on highways or structures projects
• Sound working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving capability
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to 68,000 per annum
• Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
• Minimum 24 days' annual leave (option to buy 5 extra days) plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (2 days' remote per week)
• Generous pension scheme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Ongoing professional development and funded training
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible benefits package including gym memberships and cycle-to-work scheme
• Paid volunteering days and community initiatives
• Access to industry-leading development programmes and mentorship opportunities
• Clear career progression opportunities into senior commercial roles
• Opportunity to advance your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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