Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor – Environment

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Rickmansworth (with travel across regional sites)

We’re delivering major projects that make a real difference and we need a skilled Quantity Surveyor to help us succeed. If you’re looking for a role where you’ll work on impactful schemes and grow your career in a supportive environment, this is your chance. As a Quantity Surveyor within our Southern business, you’ll work closely with your line manager to manage the commercial aspects of either a large single scheme or several smaller projects.

• Preparing and negotiating subcontract documentation, terms, and pricing.
• Managing subcontract packages, including interim assessments and change control.
• Issuing commercial notices and handling compensation events in line with contract requirements.
• Producing and agreeing monthly applications with clients.
• Collaborating with operational teams to maintain accurate site records and manage budget variances.
• Supporting the production of detailed monthly reports and cost reconciliations (CVRs).
• Driving final account negotiations to achieve the best outcomes.
• Helping achieve business targets for cash, profit, and return on capital.
• Building strong stakeholder relationships for repeat business opportunities.
• Assisting with cost planning, forecasting, and subcontractor liability tracking using Orbit-based cost analysis.
• Managing risks and opportunities to enhance margin performance.
• Attending progress and risk meetings with clients and subcontractors.
• Maintaining positive relationships with leadership and project teams.

• Solid knowledge of standard forms of contract and construction processes.
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, and cost management systems such as CEMAR, Asite, Orbit).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to negotiate and settle final accounts.
• Professional qualifications (MCIOB or MRICS) or working towards full membership (desirable).
• Experience in civil engineering environments (Highways, Rail, Water, Aviation).
• Exposure to large projects or multiple smaller schemes.
• CSCS certification (as appropriate).

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
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