A full-time perm opportunity exists for Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyors to join a major infrastructure and defence project at Devonport Docks in Plymouth. This is a unique opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most complex and high-profile programmes within a secure and high-specification environment.
As a key member of the commercial team, you’ll play a central role in cost control, contract management, and financial reporting on a large-scale civil engineering and construction project. The position offers long-term stability, professional growth, and the chance to contribute to an essential national infrastructure programme.
Please note – you must be eligible for UK security clearance i.e. must be a British National in line with project and NATO security requirements
Your key responsibilities will include
- Manage and administer NEC contracts and ensure compliance with project governance
- Prepare and review cost plans, valuations, and change control documentation
- Conduct cost forecasting, risk management, and value engineering exercises
- Support procurement and subcontractor management
- Produce detailed commercial reports and liaise with client and project stakeholders
- Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and efficiency improvements
- Support commercial strategy and mentor junior surveyors where appropriate
Requirements for this opportunity include
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
- MRICS or working towards chartered status
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, or defence projects
- Experience within marine, defence, or secure government environments
- Strong understanding of NEC contract forms
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills
- Eligible for UK security clearance – must be a British National in line with project and NATO security requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- MRICS or working towards chartered status
If you are interested in this opportunity, then kindly lodge your CV here now.