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Quantity Surveyor

Job in Exeter, Devon, EX2, England, UK
Listing for: O'Neill & Brennan - Taunton
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-19
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Company

This Tier 1 building contractor specialises in delivering multimillion-pound projects across the health, education, community and Ministry of Justice sectors. Renowned for its dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainability, the company creates transformative spaces that benefit communities and deliver lasting value. It provides a supportive and dynamic environment where professionals can excel.

The Role

The company is seeking a skilled QS, either at project surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor level, to join its friendly and professional commercial team in Exeter. Your new role will involve overseeing the financial and contractual management of multimillion pound projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to exceptional standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts

Conducting cost analysis and financial risk assessments

Administering contracts, including JCT and NEC forms, ensuring full compliance

Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers to secure cost-effective agreements

Prepareing interim valuations, variations, and final accounts

Collaborating with project teams to monitor progress and address commercial challenges

Delivering accurate cost reporting and forecasting to senior management

Ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations

About the Candidate:

Ideally you'll hold or be working towards a degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Experience in commercial project delivery sectors such as health and education

Possess strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts

Exhibit strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

Proficient in in cost management software

Work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Hold a full UK driving licence

Have RICS qualification or be actively working towards it (desirable)

What the Company Offers:

A competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including pension and healthcare

Opportunities for career advancement within a Tier 1 contractor

Support for professional development and achieving chartership

A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

The opportunity to contribute to multimillion-pound, community-focused projects

Location:

Exeter, with occasional travel to project sites across the South West.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
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