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Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Location: Oxfordshire Salary: £55,000 + Car Allowance Permanent: Hybrid working available The organisation designs and delivers sustainable, low‑carbon homes and offsite construction solutions, drawing on over five decades of expertise within a wider UK group of established timber and construction‑related businesses. This role supports the commercial management of projects ranging from small works to multi‑million‑pound schemes, ensuring strong financial control and contract compliance. It would suit a Quantity Surveyor with solid construction sector knowledge who is looking to progress and contribute to a collaborative commercial team. The position offers structured development, varied project work and the chance to support junior colleagues while helping maintain high customer satisfaction and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities: Lead project setup, cost control processes and contract administration Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation and payment procedures Produce monthly cost reports and present financial insights to senior management Monitor cash flow, commercial risks and credit compliance Review contract order documents and negotiate within defined commercial parameters Collaborate with pre‑construction, construction and finance teams to ensure smooth project delivery Provide guidance and support to Assistant Quantity S...

Leading engineering company is looking for ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor level talent to join their team in Oxford. This is a great opportunity to get access to working on some dynamic and challenging civil engineering projects in the Airport, Water, Nuclear, Local Authority and Rail sectors. This leading brand is looking to heavily invest in the development of you and will join an established and supportive team. Key Responsibilities: Collaborating with the client team and liaising with leadership, project managers, contractors, and internal teams to maintain strong relationships Monitoring and controlling project costs to ensure the project is delivered within budget Validating and managing contractor and supplier costs & payments Providing regular financial reports to ensure confidence in project outcomes Presenting financial performance and risk updates Undertaking procurement or supporting the procurement team in evaluating and appointing contractors Administering various contract types, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions Managing contract changes, reviewing validity, quotations, and ensuring timely submissions and agreements Working closely with the Project Manager to maintain accurate and comprehensive project records Identifying, analysing, and mitigating commercial risks Assisting in value engineering to optimise project performance Job Requirements: Experience in quanti...

VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment. We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Major Projects division, to cover upcoming secured projects across Scotland, predominantly across the Central Belt. This position plays a vital role in driving the commercial success of our projects, working under the guidance of a Commercial Manager and supporting all stages of project delivery-from procurement through to the agreement of final accounts. About you • You will have experience with NEC forms of contract, • Experience within Civil Engineering/Highways would be advantageous, • You will have gained experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor and Quantity Surveyor, • You will hold an accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Why work with us? VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday, • Option to buy additional annual leave, • Private medical care, • Pension, • Life Assurance, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts, • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training, • Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits, • Employee Assistance programme, • Mental health, physical health, and financial support We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. #LI-FS1 JBRP1_UKTJ

Our client, a major UK Contractor who turn over in excess of £1b have the need for a Quantity Surveyor to support works that are ongoing at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire with the works including Runway Upgrades, Lighting Upgrades, Accomodation Build and other Civils & Construction works. Based from their offices, you will be reporting to the Project Quantity Surveyor undertaking duties including Sub Contractor Account Management, Applications for Payments, Variations and Cost Reporting. To be considered, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have circa 5 years experience in the industry working in the UK on Infrastructure works. They will also consider an Assistant QS who is looking for a step up in their career. In return, a top day rate is on offer with an immediate start and long term contract. This is a great role so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information

Reginald Gray is continuing to partner with a long-standing client based in Oxfordshire. The business is a highly regarded £5m turnover principal contractor with a strong focus on high-end residential projects. Due to continued growth and internal promotion, our client is now seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the business. The successful individual will report directly to the newly promoted General Manager, whom we originally placed with the company six years ago. We are keen to speak with Quantity Surveyors of varying levels, from Assistant through to Project level. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-run contractor delivering bespoke, high-specification residential schemes, with clear opportunity for progression. Key Responsibilities: • Managing project costs from inception through to final account, • Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, • Preparation and agreement of valuations and variations, • Cost reporting and financial management of projects, • Working closely with the site team to ensure commercial success Requirements: • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail, • Experience working on high-end or bespoke projects is advantageous, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch