External Quantity Surveyor

About the role
We are looking for a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Example Corp. In this role, you will support the commercial success of our projects across utilities and civil engineering, ensuring that costs are controlled, risks are managed, and value is delivered for both our clients and our business.

You will work closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on budget, within contract terms, and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and contractual aspects of projects, including NEC and JCT contracts.

• Prepare and review cost estimates, valuations, and cost/value reconciliations.

• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tendering, and payment approvals.

• Provide accurate financial reporting and forecasting to support decision-making.

• Identify risks and opportunities to maximise project profitability.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, sustainable, and successful delivery.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (desirable).

• Membership of RICS/ICES or working towards (preferred).

• Proven experience as a QS in construction, utilities, or civil engineering.

• Strong knowledge of contract management, procurement, and cost forecasting.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• A detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative approach.

Why join us
At Example Corp, we’ve been delivering critical infrastructure for over 60 years, working with some of the UK’s leading utilities and energy providers. We are proud to be family-owned, values-driven, and committed to sustainability, innovation, and safety.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a supportive team where your development matters. We’ll help you progress your career through professional training, chartership support, and opportunities to work on some of the UK’s most exciting infrastructure projects.

Our values

• We care

• We innovate

• We do what we say

• We’re ambitious

• We’re easy to work with

If you’re a commercially focused, detail-oriented QS looking to make an impact in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.