Quantity Surveyor
5 days ago
Quantity Surveyor - Road Surfacing
Wigan | £45,000 - £70,000 + Package
Your new company:
Our client is a respected civil engineering and surfacing contractor with a strong presence across the North West. They specialise in delivering road surfacing, highways, and infrastructure works for both public and private sector clients. With steady growth and a reputation for high-quality project delivery, they offer long-term stability and excellent professional development opportunities.
Your new role:
Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background in road surfacing to join their commercial team in Wigan. This role will see you taking commercial responsibility for a variety of surfacing and associated civils projects, ensuring cost control, financial reporting, accurate valuations, and strong commercial performance across the portfolio.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing the commercial and financial elements of road surfacing and minor civils projects.
Preparing detailed cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
Carrying out valuations, variations, and final accounts.
Procuring subcontractors, negotiating terms, and managing ongoing commercial relationships.
Preparing tender documentation and supporting bid processes where required.
Ensuring accurate cost capture, cost reporting, and project profitability tracking.
Identifying and managing commercial risks throughout project lifecycle.
Working closely with operational teams to drive value and maintain project standards.
Ensuring compliance with NEC/JCT contracts and company governance.
What you will need to succeed:
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within road surfacing, asphalt, highways, or civil engineering.
Strong understanding of NEC and JCT forms of contract.
Experience managing commercial aspects of surfacing works including measurement and valuations.
Excellent analytical, financial, and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage multiple live projects and maintain accuracy under pressure.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Relevant qualification (Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or equivalent preferred).
What you get in return:
Competitive salary of £45,000 - £70,000 depending on experience, plus full benefits package.
Clear path for progression within a growing and well-regarded regional contractor.
Opportunity to work on varied and interesting road surfacing and infrastructure projects.
Supportive team culture, strong leadership, and long-term career stability.
A business that invests in professional development, training, and employee wellbeing.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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