Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in WJ South. The successful candidate will provide commercial support managing commercial aspects across a variety of Clients and contract types. Ideally you will have a background in highways contracting or similar. You will provide support on a range of projects, ensuring effective cost management, accurate forecasting, and strong contractual control.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within the UK market leading road marking and highways safety business, contributing to the successful delivery of essential highways schemes, local authority and private sectors across the UK.

This is a full-time permanent position based across the South regions. Ideally you will be based at one of our depots (Reading, Milton Keynes, Croydon or Essex) however travel between all sites may be required. 

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Preparation and submission of estimates and tender costings.
• Measurement and valuation of main and subcontract works (including take-offs).
• Drafting, negotiating, and administering subcontract agreements, including procurement and payments.
• Preparation, submission, and agreement of interim and final accounts with full supporting documentation.
• Accurate commercial forecasting, including CVRs, margins, and financial reports.
• Identification, valuation, and agreement of variations, compensation events, and claims.
• Advising project teams on commercial and contractual matters, ensuring compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and industry standards.
• Supporting risk management and mitigation across projects.
• Driving continuous improvement and best practice in commercial processes.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience as QS ideally with highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• RICS membership is an advantage however training can be given.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential).
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work confidently with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Preferred degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management.
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant commercial management software.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Additional Information

If you want to be part of a team that enables you to drive your ideas and bring a fresh approach to people engagement and development, we will reward you with:

• Annual salary up to £60,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company Car or Car allowance
• Health Shield plan which provides money back on health expenses, access to a GP 24/7 and discounts on various products via the Breeze app.
• 25 Days annual leave + bank holidays
• Complete on-the-job training to gain insight into WJ's processes and procedures.
• Opportunity for external formal training to enable Continuous Professional Development
• An opportunity to be part of our industry-leading team.

Closing date for applications is 21/11/2025.

Become part of a company that has led the road marking industry from our inception. Shape the future with WJ. Apply now!

WJ are a Disability Committed employer - If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application / recruitment process, please reach out to us directly at [email protected]

WJ is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

We reserve the right to close this advertisement before any stated closing date should we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage candidates to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. All applications received prior to the closing date will be considered equally, and the recruitment process will be conducted fairly and transparently.