Quantity Surveyor and Cost Manager

1 month ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Pertemps TM Full time
Quantity Surveyor and Cost Manager

Job Overview:

This is a great opportunity for a suitably experienced Quantity Surveyor / Cost Professional to join our team. We are looking for someone who is looking for a new challenge and has a passion for cost control and project management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the Commercial Manager to prepare applications for payment, forecast internal and external costs, and ensure the company achieves the best return on each project.
  • Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities, track changes to the design and/or construction work, and adjust budget accordingly.
  • Perform risk, value management, and cost control, allocate work to subcontractors, provide advice on contractual claims, analyse outcomes, and write detailed progress reports.

Other key responsibilities include liaising with sub-contractors over pricing, applications, and final accounts, completing monthly CVRs and cost reporting, cost reporting and change control, offering support to the operations team forecasting of larger projects.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working on civils projects.
  • Knowledge and skills in cost control of projects in the civils and Highways sector working on NEC 3 Contracts and multiple projects.

Our company offers a competitive starting salary, a contemporary working environment, huge scope for career progression, and a fantastic incentive for shares within the business.


  • Quantity Surveyor

    2 months ago


    Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    Senior Quantity Surveyor Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our construction team in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost management, procurement, and contract negotiation, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.Key...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom RGB Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Quantity Surveyor ManagerA competitive salary of £52,500 per annum is on offer for this exciting opportunity as a Quantity Surveyor Manager with RGB Recruitment Ltd. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the pre-construction process, including preparing cost estimates and budgets, conducting risk assessments,...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Bowerford Associates Full time

    Are you a seasoned quantity surveyor looking to take the next step in your career? Bowerford Associates Ltd, an award-winning multi-disciplinary building and construction consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their South Devon-based office.This role offers a unique blend of commercial acumen and technical expertise, with a...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom RGB Recruitment Ltd Full time

    OverviewRGB Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join our team in the Southwest region. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, a contemporary working environment, and vast opportunities for career progression.Job SummaryThis role will involve supporting the Commercial Manager with applications for payment,...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom CV Library Full time

    Job Summary:Plymouth-based housing developer CV Library is seeking a skilled Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. As a key member of the commercial delivery team, you will assist in managing costs from procurement to completion of sub-contract final accounts.About the Role:The ideal candidate will have experience working with main contractors,...

  • Quantity Surveyor

    5 days ago


    Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    CV-Library is a well-established job board seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Exeter, Devon. As a key member of our commercial team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial management of construction projects.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to gain valuable experience and grow their career in...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom GirlingJones Full time

    Job Title: Graduate Quantity SurveyorWe are currently looking for a talented Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our team at GirlingJones in Plymouth.About the RoleSupport senior staff on office and site visits to ensure seamless project executionPrepare detailed cost advice using RICS guidelines, incorporating order of cost estimates, viability reports, and...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Vistry Group Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Vistry Group. This role will be based in the South West region and will involve managing all costs related to new build residential developments.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying, with experience in managing costs and budgets for...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Sphere Solutions Full time

    Sphere Solutions is seeking a skilled Commercial Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Plymouth. As M&E Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the large M&E package of an ongoing scheme. Key responsibilities include providing commercial input to the Civils package, managing valuations and project cashflows, and leading junior staff.The ideal...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom BAM Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as a Senior Quantity SurveyorWe are looking for a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and contribute to a high-profile project.As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:Leading commercial input to the...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Quantity Surveyor Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing contract documents, managing project costs, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.Key Responsibilities:Review and analyze contract documents to identify potential...

  • Senior Cost Manager

    4 days ago


    Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Bowerford Associates Full time

    Bowerford Associates Ltd, a leading construction consultancy, seeks an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity is perfect for those who are passionate about delivering exceptional cost management services and making a real impact on client projects.As a key member of the team, you will contribute to the...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom RHL Full time

    About the RoleWe are currently seeking an experienced Apprentice Building/Quantity Surveyor to join our team, working on a tank farm project. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading Oil and Gas company in the South West region.ResponsibilitiesEnsure commercial compliance and manage all costs related to projectsBuild relationships with...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom RGB Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead our pre-construction team. This individual will be responsible for managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Project Management: Oversee all aspects of the...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Sphere Solutions Full time

    Project OverviewSphere Solutions is renowned for delivering quality design and construction services across a diverse range of projects, working within differing industry sectors. Our challenge is to find a suitably experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who will work on an initial £10m + residential new build housing scheme.Housing Regeneration ProjectWe are...

  • Quantity Surveyor Lead

    2 months ago


    Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in delivering successful construction projects for beBee Professionals in Plymouth, United Kingdom.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement cost estimation and budgeting strategies.Manage procurement and contract negotiation processes.Monitor and control project cash flows and budgets.Identify and...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £35,000 - £45,000

    We are seeking a Surveying and Cost Management Specialist to join our construction team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field, and previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry.Key Responsibilities:Estimate costs for construction projects and prepare...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £35,000 - £45,000

    BeBee Professionals: Seeking a Meticulous Quantity SurveyorWe are a dynamic construction company based in Plymouth, seeking a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join our team. As a key member of our construction team, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial and contractual aspects of our projects, ensuring costs are controlled and budgets...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom GirlingJones Full time

    Role OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in the Plymouth office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to take on new challenges, expand their skills, and grow with our company.About the RoleAs a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for providing expert support to our clients across...


  • Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Bowerford Associates Full time

    Quantity Surveyor Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in South Devon.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost management, with expertise in cost estimation, tendering, and project management.This is a challenging but rewarding role that offers excellent opportunities for career...