Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor
Plymouth

Outstanding Career Opportunity - Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next big step in your career? Want to work for a forward-thinking, ambitious contractor delivering some of the UK’s most exciting construction projects? This is your chance to join a thriving business with a strong pipeline of multimillion-pound schemes across the region.

We’re seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join an established contractor and play a vital role in the commercial success of high-profile projects across sectors including education, healthcare, leisure, defence, commercial, and more. 

About the Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of both pre- and post-contract responsibilities, ensuring accurate cost control, robust commercial management and successful project delivery.

You will:

• Manage high-value projects independently
• Oversee cost monitoring, CVRs, and monthly reporting
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and procurement packages
• Manage subcontractors—financially and contractually
• Conduct site visits, attend progress meetings and ensure commercial compliance
• Support the delivery of accurate financial reporting and project profitability
• Handle final accounts and protect the company’s commercial interests

About You
We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor with the drive to succeed and the confidence to lead.
Ideally you will have:

• Experience working with a main contractor
• Strong background in design & build projects
• Demonstrable experience managing multimillion-pound schemes
• HNC, degree, or equivalent qualification in construction / Quantity Surveying
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (and ideally Project)
• A full, valid UK driving licence
• Experience resolving disputes and completing final accounts

What’s in It for You

• Join a business that invests in your growth and rewards your achievements
• Competitive salary and package
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Mentoring programmes and continuous professional development
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Car scheme
• Healthcare benefits

If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to elevate your career with a leading national contractor, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Nicky Harris, RGB Recruitment, Exeter.