Job Title: Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

📍 Location: Leeds
🛠️ Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

A regional civil engineering contractor is seeking a capable and commercially driven Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Leeds. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of a variety of infrastructure schemes, including highways, drainage, earthworks, and public realm works.

This is a hands-on role that involves supporting live projects, maintaining cost control, and working collaboratively with site delivery teams to ensure financial targets are achieved.

Main Responsibilities

Preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts

Subcontract procurement and administration in line with programme timelines and company processes

Attendance at project and subcontractor meetings, contributing to commercial and programme discussions

Assessment and certification of subcontractor payments, including issuing payment and withholding notices

Agreement of subcontractor final accounts

Measurement and valuation of works both on-site and from technical drawings

Evaluation of variations and monitoring of provisional sums and change items

Assistance with weekly direct labour and plant payment processes as required

Material cost tracking and reporting

Production of internal cost reports, CVRs, and subcontract liabilities in line with reporting deadlines

Work closely with Project Managers and delivery teams to track progress, budget preliminaries, and identify commercial risks or delays

Maintain accurate project records and documentation to support commercial positions

Support the timely identification and notification of delays or compensation events in coordination with commercial management

General Expectations

Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance

Contribute to personal and professional development through regular performance reviews and training

Uphold a workplace culture based on fairness, respect, and equal opportunity

Key Performance Indicators

Timely completion of commercial tasks and reporting deadlines

Accuracy of valuations, forecasts, and subcontractor assessments

Positive contribution to project profitability

Effective cost management and control throughout project lifecycle

Experience & Qualifications

HND, degree, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline

Previous experience in civil engineering or infrastructure-based projects (e.g., roads, utilities, earthworks)

Familiarity with NEC and/or bespoke civil engineering contracts

Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills

Competent in subcontractor management and contractual correspondence

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and industry-standard software

Full UK driving licence (occasional travel to local sites required)

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company vehicle or car allowance

Ongoing support and professional development opportunities

Long-term local projects across Yorkshire and surrounding areas

Opportunity to join a collaborative and experienced commercial team