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Quantity Surveyor

Job in Cardiff, Cardiff City Area, CF10, Wales, UK
Listing for: Randstad Delivery
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25 - 31.6 GBP Hourly GBP 25.00 31.60 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Are you ready to leave your mark on a historic transformation? A large steel producer is seeking an ambitious and established Quantity Surveyor to join a new project. This isn't just another construction job; it is a monumental effort to modernise and revitalise the UK steelmaking sector. If you are a commercial powerhouse with a passion for heavy industry and a drive for excellence, we want you at the heart of this legacy project in South Wales.

Location: Port Talbot (4 days site-based, 1 day remote)

Salary/Rate: £25.00 - £31.60 per hour (Up to £60,000)

Duration: Fixed term until March 2028

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 08:30-16:45 Mon-Thu and 08:30-15:45 Fri

Key Responsibilities

You will lead the commercial and contractual management of large-scale construction and civil engineering works. Your day-to-day will involve:

  • Budgeting:
    Preparing and reporting on project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
  • Contract Management:
    Negotiating variations and change orders under NEC and FIDIC frameworks.
  • Procurement:
    Overseeing subcontracting from tender through to final accounts.
  • Leadership:
    Mentoring junior staff and fostering a high-performing commercial culture.
  • Collaboration:

    Liaising with engineers and planners to ensure total project alignment.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
  • Qualifications: A degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management and Chartered status (RICS/CIOB).
  • Experience: Substantial experience in heavy industry, power, or major civil engineering projects.
  • Expertise: Deep knowledge of NEC 3/4, FIDIC, and/or JCT contracts.
  • Logistics: A valid driving licence and your own vehicle, plus full Right to Work in the UK.
  • Attributes: Strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage complex stakeholders.

If you would like to be a part of history please apply today!

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