QS / Estimator - Civil Construction

Job Summary

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join our commercial team, working directly under the Head of Commercial.

This is a hands-on role in a growing construction business where you will be involved in estimating, live project commercial control, and contract administration from tender through to final account.

Unlike larger contractors, this role offers real exposure and responsibility. You won't be boxed into a narrow function or buried in layers of management. You'll work closely with site teams, spot change early, and play an active part in protecting project margins.

The role supports projects nationwide and will involve travel to sites as required. Hybrid working is supported.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, take-offs, and cost plans for tenders and live projects
• Support tender submissions, pricing reviews, and supplier and subcontractor enquiries
• Assist with the preparation and ongoing update of project CVRs
• Track project costs and forecast cost to complete
• Support project-level P&Ls and margin reporting
• Identify, assess, and support the submission of compensation events and variations
• Assist with contract administration, including NEC contracts where applicable
• Support valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
• Work closely with site teams to understand progress, identify change, and manage commercial risk
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation
• Use commercial and project systems to track cost, change, and performance
• Support continuous improvement in estimating and commercial processes

Requirements

• Experience in a QS, Assistant QS, or Estimator role within construction, civils, or a project-based environment
• Understanding of project costs, margins, and cost control
• Experience preparing estimates or supporting tender submissions
• Experience working with CVRs and project cost reporting
• Experience identifying and managing variations or compensation events
• Working knowledge of construction contracts; NEC experience would be beneficial
• Strong attention to detail with a commercially minded approach
• Confident using Excel and commercial systems
• Comfortable working across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Degree-qualified or working towards professional accreditation (RICS or similar) is desirable but not essential.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working under NEC contracts
• Experience using Procore for project or commercial management
• Experience using Candy (or similar estimating or commercial software)
• Experience in an SME or contractor environment
• Exposure to both estimating and live project commercial control

Why Join

• Work in a smaller, growing business with minimal layers and no corporate politics
• Direct access to senior decision-making and support from an experienced Head of Commercial
• Hands-on exposure across estimating, delivery, and contract administration
• Opportunity to develop quickly by taking real responsibility rather than supporting from the sidelines
• A practical, commercial environment focused on doing things properly
• Salary range £40,000 – £55,000 depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance provided
• Hybrid working supported, with nationwide project exposure

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• What experience do you have working with construction contracts (e.g. NEC)? Please briefly describe.
• Describe your experience identifying and managing variations or compensation events on live projects.
• What is your involvement in CVRs or project cost reporting, and how do you track margin movement?
• What commercial or project systems have you used (e.g. Excel, Procore, Candy, COINS, Causeway)?

Work Location: Remote