Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor – New Build Project (Bath)
Location: Bath, UK
Recruiting for: Avocet Recruitment Ltd on behalf of a national construction company

Looking to take your QS career to the next level?
We’re working with a leading national construction company to find an experienced Quantity Surveyor for an exciting new build project in Bath.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a company known for delivering high-quality construction projects across the UK—not a developer, but a principal contractor with a strong reputation for excellence.

🔍 Your role will include:

• Managing project costs from start to finish – budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

• Overseeing contracts and ensuring everything runs smoothly and compliantly

• Handling the tender process and negotiating with suppliers

• Identifying value engineering opportunities without compromising on quality

• Delivering accurate financial reports to senior leadership

• Working with subcontractors, including overseeing variations and payments

• Proactively identifying and mitigating project risks

• Building great relationships with clients and project stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

• A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying (or a closely related field)

• Solid experience in quantity surveying—preferably on new build construction projects

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

• Proficiency in industry-standard software

• Membership of a professional body (e.g. RICS) is a plus

• A collaborative, team-oriented approach

Apply Today!
If you're a driven Quantity Surveyor ready to make an impact on a major project in Bath, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience to Avocet Recruitment Ltd.
Application deadline: January 2024

Avocet Recruitment and our client are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join a national contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a great team culture. Let’s build something brilliant together.