Quantity Surveyor

volve Recruitment are looking for a Quantity Surveyor tfor our client a reputable construction contractor working across both residential and commercial schemes. If you are a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within the surrounding areas with experience commercially managing projects from £3 million + please apply for this job with an up-to-date CV and we will be in touch.In this position, you will support a range of projects across Southwest Wales by providing commercial insight, cost planning, and procurement support. Your responsibilities will include developing cost plans for public-sector frameworks, assessing project affordability, offering value-engineering advice, and producing regular commercial reports. You will also assist with bid submissions and pricing exercises, ensuring accurate and competitive tender responses.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing cost estimates and budgets by reviewing drawings, specifications and project information.Assessing variations, pricing changes and supporting commercial decision-making.Producing cost reports, tender submissions and supporting documentation for bids.Working closely with designers, contractors and project teams.Meeting clients and site staff as required, with occasional travel to project locations.Monitoring construction progress and staying updated on regulations, materials and industry standards.Skills & AttributesStrong numerical ability and analytical thinking.Ability to handle multiple workstreams and tight deadlines.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Good attention to detail and accuracy.Familiarity with Evaluate is an advantage.Proactive, organised and able to work both independently and within a team.Qualifications, Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience in a surveying or estimating role within construction.Strong understanding of building methods, materials and the cost impact of different construction techniques.Good working knowledge of Excel and ideally some exposure to estimating software such as Evaluate.Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documents accurately.Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.Confidence managing several tasks at once and working to deadlines.Clear written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset.A trade, site or practical construction background is advantageous.Applicants from both Quantity Surveying & Estimating and residential & commercial construction backgrounds are welcome to apply.Candidates based out of area will not be contacted I.E. commutable to Pembrokshire #J-18808-Ljbffr