Quantity Surveyor

Job Profile for Quantity Surveyor SW45805

Bennett & Game are delighted to be working with a well-established regional contractor based in the Bristol area, who are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team on a permanent basis.

The business has a turnover of circa £8M - £10M and delivers a diverse range of projects across commercial, industrial and public sector sectors, typically within a 1-hour radius of Bristol. Schemes range from £500k to £2.5M and include both groundworks packages and commercial build projects.

With a strong pipeline of secured work, repeat local clients and a collaborative, hands‑on culture, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive contractor offering long‑term career development and stability.

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Car allowance
• Fuel card
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 27 with service)
• Additional birthday leave (1 day after 12 months)
• Matched pension scheme - 5% employer / 5% employee
• Ongoing CPD and genuine progression opportunities
• Permanent position with a stable, growing regional contractor

• Manage the commercial aspects of multiple groundworks and commercial build projects (£500k - £2.5M)
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts
• Procurement and negotiation of subcontract packages
• Management of subcontractor accounts, variations and payments
• Cost planning, forecasting and monthly reporting
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
  
  Liaise with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
• Work closely with Site Managers and Directors to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor within a contractor environment
• Groundworks contractor experience preferred, although candidates with strong groundworks exposure from other sectors will be considered
• Experience working on projects between £500k - £2.5M advantageous
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and organisational ability
• Full UK driving licence
• Based within commuting distance of the Bristol area

This role is open to established Quantity Surveyors as well as strong Assistant Quantity Surveyors looking to step up into a QS position within a supportive and growing business.