Job Description

Based at our Head Office in Norwich, as Quantity Surveyor you will be working within our Commercial Team, reporting directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor.

You will display a keenness to develop your commercial acumen within a supportive environment, display good organisational skills and have a desire to learn and understand the construction and civil engineering industries.

The Quantity Surveyor role is a fundamental position within the Commercial team. You will be carrying out key tasks in the day-to-day functions of the commercial team. You will build positive working relationships within our team and Clients, to ensure we obtain our collective goals.

We are keen to promote a positive working environment and therefore, you will be expected to support all areas of the business in making our business a great place to work.

This role would suit someone who is looking to take the next step in their career and is ambitious to progress within a growing business.

We are a proud equal opportunities employer, and we are keen to promote a positive working environment and therefore, you will be expected to support all areas of the business in making our business a great place to work.

Principle Responsibilities

With a primary focus to support the function of the business, but focusing on supporting the Managing Quantity Surveyor and wider Surveying team:

Liaising with Clients ensuring their specific requirements have been met and ongoing projects are progressing as planned. Working with the Project team to prepare and present accurate Valuation forecasts. Working with the Project team to provide accurate Monthly Valuations and Applications to present to the Client for payment. Verify Payments against Applications and summarise debtor's position. Accurately price, negotiate and agree Contractual Variations with the Client Work with the Project Team to highlight and mitigate risks to Health and Safety, Quality, Customer Satisfaction and Profitability of Construction Sites. Ideally you will have knowledge of construction techniques and materials. Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, sub-contractors, and suppliers Procurement and Payment of Sub-Contractors / Suppliers. Computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Excel & Outlook Produce Monthly Performance Summary reports.

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE Grades A to C or 5/6 to 9 in Maths, English and ICT

Desirable - recognised Civils / Engineering / Construction Qualification, HNC / HND or higher, however training can be offered to the successful candidate.

Specialist Skills/Experience

5 years experience in the Groundworks sector (preferred but not essential) as an AQS / QS Good customer-facing skills Self-management & self-motivating Initiative - able to work independently when required within a small team Ability to manage workloads. Timely Good verbal and written communication skills Methodical approach to problem solving. Good numerical skills

Disposition

Highly organised, meticulous in your approach to work, focused, self-disciplined, and motivated to complete tasks accurately and within time scales set by the business. Strong communicational and influencing skills. Confidence to challenge anomalies and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. An aptitude to work as part of a team and develop as necessary. A positive, can-do approach to work. Discretion and trustworthiness. Polite manner. Smart professional appearance. Ability to work in a team. Ability to multitask. Good organisational skills. Clear written and verbal communication. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations. Accuracy and attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communication skills. The ability to interact with people art all levels within/external to the Company The ability to self-prioritise workload.

Remuneration Package

Full time position working 42.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Annual salary in region of 40-50k (negotiable depending on experience) 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Company car/car allowance with fuel card Access to Company Pension Private Health Care Employee Assistance Programme Free on site parking
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: BGQS0825
Expected start date: 22/09/2025