Quantity Surveyor

Location: Various UK Locations

Company: Joseph Gallagher Ltd

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Joseph Gallagher Ltd

Joseph Gallagher Ltd is one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling specialists, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors. With over 40 years of experience, we are renowned for our expertise in tunnelling, shaft sinking, pipe jacking, civil engineering, and specialist construction projects.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join our team and support the successful delivery of major infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of project commercial performance, ensuring contracts are administered effectively, costs are controlled, and project profitability is maximised.

Key Responsibilities

Manage project costs and commercial performance from commencement through to final account.

Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontract agreements.

Measure and value works completed on site.

Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment.

Manage change control, variations, compensation events, and claims.

Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.

Prepare and present commercial reports to senior management.

Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients

Support procurement activities and subcontractor management.

Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.

Assist in dispute resolution and final account negotiations.

About You

Essential Requirements

Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or construction.

Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Change Management

Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Full UK driving licence desirable

Desirable Requirements

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Experience within tunnelling, water, rail, highways, or major infrastructure projects.

Membership of RICS or working towards professional accreditation.

Experience managing subcontractor accounts and complex contractual matters.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Pension scheme.

Professional development and career progression opportunities.

A collaborative and supportive working environment.

Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most challenging and prestigious infrastructure projects.

Why Join Joseph Gallagher Ltd?

At Joseph Gallagher Ltd, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to investing in our employees, promoting innovation, and delivering excellence across every project. Join a team where your expertise will make a real impact and where you can develop a rewarding long-term career.

LIFE Culture

We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed

We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.