Job Description

We are recruiting for a

Quantity Surveyor (QS)

to join us here at Octavius, supporting schemes in Somerset. Octavius are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.



In this role, visibility on site is essential. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to be full time on site.




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You'll be working on.... (what your role and responsibility is)

You will be responsible for the robust commercial management of projects. This includes overseeing financial performance, managing costs, conducting procurement processes, and maintaining accurate financial logs and reports. You will work closely with customers and stakeholders to support successful project delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and achieving business plan commitments. You will work on your own project and collaborate closely with the other site's commercial team to look for efficiencies.



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You'll receive.... (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.




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About you.... (what you are skilled at)

Experience in a Quantity Surveying role, supporting senior QS professionals. General knowledge of monitoring cost performance of projects and contract administration. Evidence of working in a team and building effective relationships with customers and stakeholders. Experience in a civil engineering / highways maintenance environment, self-delivery is an advantage. NEC experience is a must.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.