Quantity Surveyor
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Plus benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | DE55 7JR |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | James Engineering Constructions Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to play a key role in major renewable energy and construction projects? Join our dynamic, Derbyshire-based team as we continue to grow as a trusted first-tier subcontractor supplying secondary steelwork and industrial chimneys across the UK.
About Us
We are a well-established and growing manufacturer of secondary steel and chimneys, working at the forefront of the renewable energy and construction sectors. From complex infrastructure to sustainable energy projects, our clients rely on us for precision, reliability, and industry-leading quality.
️ The Role
As our new Quantity Surveyor, you'll be an integral part of our commercial team, overseeing contract costs, managing client accounts, and supporting project delivery from tender to final account. Your input will be vital in helping us maintain strong financial performance while delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage project budgets, valuations, and cost reporting
- Conduct risk, value management, and cost control
- Estimating and Negotiating contract variations with clients and suppliers
- Oversee subcontractor payments, variations, and claims
- Liaise closely with project managers, design, and production teams
- Support bid preparation and contract reviews
✅ Requirements
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or manufacturing sectors
- Strong knowledge of NEC or JCT contract administration
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills
- Familiarity with secondary steelwork or structural fabrication is advantageous
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders
- Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing company delivering to high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects
- Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with long-term career growth
- Competitive salary and package
- Exposure to complex and rewarding engineering challenges
Apply now to become a vital part of a company driving the transition to a greener built environment.
Send your CV and cover letter to trevor.taylor@jamesengineering.co.uk
* James Engineering are an equal opportunities employer
About Us
We are a well-established and growing manufacturer of secondary steel and chimneys, working at the forefront of the renewable energy and construction sectors. From complex infrastructure to sustainable energy projects, our clients rely on us for precision, reliability, and industry-leading quality.
️ The Role
As our new Quantity Surveyor, you'll be an integral part of our commercial team, overseeing contract costs, managing client accounts, and supporting project delivery from tender to final account. Your input will be vital in helping us maintain strong financial performance while delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage project budgets, valuations, and cost reporting
- Conduct risk, value management, and cost control
- Estimating and Negotiating contract variations with clients and suppliers
- Oversee subcontractor payments, variations, and claims
- Liaise closely with project managers, design, and production teams
- Support bid preparation and contract reviews
✅ Requirements
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or manufacturing sectors
- Strong knowledge of NEC or JCT contract administration
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills
- Familiarity with secondary steelwork or structural fabrication is advantageous
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders
- Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing company delivering to high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects
- Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with long-term career growth
- Competitive salary and package
- Exposure to complex and rewarding engineering challenges
Apply now to become a vital part of a company driving the transition to a greener built environment.
Send your CV and cover letter to trevor.taylor@jamesengineering.co.uk
* James Engineering are an equal opportunities employer