Your new company
Our client, an established and privately owned civil engineering contractor based in Coventry, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their business. This multi-accredited contractor specialises in delivering tailored civil engineering solutions across the water and utilities industries for local authorities and high-profile Tier 1 contractors appointed on the Severn Trent Water framework. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, and due to continued success, they are growing their commercial team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Coventry office.

Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities
• Analysing and managing commercial risks
• Interpreting client requirements and supporting feasibility studies
• Reviewing tender documents and assessing costs
• Allocating work to subcontractors and coordinating with site teams
• Preparing interim valuations and managing cost reporting
• Monitoring budgets and arranging subcontractor payments
• Negotiating final accounts and conducting site visits
• Ensuring contract compliance and maintaining accurate documentation.

What you''ll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

• Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar field) or experience equivalent
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the Civil Engineering industry, ideally within the water and/or utilities sectors
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting and cost control
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Sound organisational and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence.

What you''ll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to -55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days'' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Hybrid working
• Continuous training and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established contractor and more.

What you need to do now
If you''re interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.

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