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Quantity Surveyor (Full Time)
Dura Composites —Clacton-on-Sea
- £50,000 - £52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Organisational skills
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Saffron Vantage —Ipswich
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
- Bereavement leave
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Balfour Beatty —Colchester
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Laing O'Rourke —Chelmsford
- Contracts
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Quantity Surveyor
Civil Works Alliance —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Contracts
- Annual leave
11d
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Civil Works Alliance —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
11d
Commercial Administrator
Houghton Group —West Hanningfield
- £30,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Contracts
- IT
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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7d
Senior Commercial Manager
Civil Works Alliance —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Management
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
7d
Quantity Surveyor
Drax Group —Ipswich
- Contracts
- Construction experience
Quantity Surveyor - Essex
Laing O'Rourke —Chelmsford
- Contracts
Commercial Manager
Laing O'Rourke —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Team management
- Mentoring
- Contracts
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MWHTreatment —Chelmsford
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
- Contracts
- Negotiation
Quantity Surveyor
Taylor Woodrow —Rayleigh
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Contracts
- Communication skills
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Turner & Townsend —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
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MWHTreatment —Chelmsford
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Quantity Surveyor (Full Time)

Dura Composites
Clacton-on-Sea

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£50,000 - £52,000 a year

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Cost management
Investment
JCT contracts
Financial forecasting
Contract management
Construction project cost estimation
Report generation
NEC contracts
Client engagement
Stakeholder liaison
Financial report writing
Cost control
Cash flow forecasting
Quantity surveying experience
Construction progress reporting
Cash flow projection updates
Analysis skills
Stakeholder coordination
Risk management
Data analytics
Organisational skills
Contracts
Construction post-contract administration
Ongoing financial performance monitoring
Construction experience
Contract negotiation
Financial management
Tender documentation
Negotiated procurement
Communication skills
Value engineering
Final account settlement
Contract administration
Project cost estimation
Project progress tracking
Construction tender documentation preparation
Stakeholder management
Final accounts preparation

Full job description

Job Purpose: To provide customer focus by onsite liaison, estimation of cost planning, onsite build progress and estimation throughout the project lifecycle. Production of client estimates and undertaking budget reviews across various client sectors. Collection and analysing client data to create cost analysis to promote value for money.

Champion innovation within the DURA organisation supports the development of cost tools across multidiscipline teams to drive financial oversight and support.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

As a Quantity Surveyor, your core responsibility is to carefully estimate costs, calculate material needs and map out project timelines. You will liaise closely with all teams to keep the project financially on track, you will:

Consult with clients to understand project requirements, budgets, and constraints
Conduct feasibility studies to assess the viability of proposed projects
Prepare accurate cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment, and timelines
Develop tender documentation, including bills of quantities and scope of work
Implement risk management strategies, cost control, and value engineering
Negotiate contracts, timelines, and commercial terms with contractors and suppliers
Manage and assess subcontractor performance and valuations for interim and final payments
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and quality benchmarks
Forecast and monitor project cash flow to support financial planning and control
Provide continuous assessment of project value and cost-effectiveness for clients
Produce detailed progress and cost reports, identifying trends and variances
Advise on claims, disputes, and contractual obligations; manage resolution and settlement
Finalise project accounts, including subcontractor payments, estimating and final accounts
Willing to travel to site locations (UK wide) for client progress meetings

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

5 years experience in a senior commercial role, ideally in large capital programs.
Familiarity with the UK's complex infrastructure sector (preferred).
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
NEC/JCT / FIDIC etc. contract experience.
A commercial focus, helping shape investment decisions that provide value for money.
Effective workload management and the ability to deliver clear, accessible reports to stakeholders at all levels.
Superb client facing skills.

Competencies

Right to Work: You must have permanent eligibility to work in the UK.
Education & Accreditation: A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, preferably accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), or actively working towards RICS, CIOB accreditation.
Industry Experience: Demonstrable experience in the UK construction industry with a proven track record in cost control, cost reporting, and preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
Analytical Skills: Strong numerical and data analysis abilities, with the capability to interpret complex data sets, identify trends, and deliver accurate financial forecasts.
Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to documentation, reporting, and compliance to ensure quality and accuracy across all deliverables.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear, professional interaction with clients, contractors, and team members.
Problem Solving: Proactive mindset with strong organisational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and develop practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Values:

Positively supports company culture and PRIDE values
Honest, trustworthy, reliable, and flexible attitude
Calm, comfortable in a fast-changing environment
High professional standards, strong work ethic
Hands on determination and persistence to get the job done
A clear understanding of the company's and department’s vision.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,000.00-£52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension

Application question(s):

Do you have NEC/JCT /FIDIC Contract Experience?

Experience:

Commercial QS: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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