Quantity Surveyor - Newport
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.
An established UK leader in structural steelwork, specialising in the design, fabrication and construction of a diverse range of projects. With over 75 years of industry experience, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality structural steel solutions, supported by a skilled workforce and a professional, forward-thinking team.
The company is now looking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project finances, overseeing subcontractor accounts, controlling costs and ensuring effective commercial and contractual management across a range of projects nationwide.
The Role
RoleTo manage the financial and contractual aspects of subcontractor accounts across multiple projects nationwide, ensuring effective cost control, risk management and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves providing commercial guidance, maintaining effective communication with subcontractors and internal teams, and supporting the successful delivery of projects while maximising value and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring effective financial and contractual control.
- Review, analyse and agree subcontract documentation, including terms and conditions, warranties and bonds.
- Investigate, prepare and submit variations, claims and measurements to support interim valuations and final account settlements.
- Monitor and report on project costs, revenue performance, cost forecasts and cash flow.
- Provide commercial and contractual advice to internal teams and relevant external stakeholders.
- Review, negotiate and agree subcontractor accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Attend project sites nationwide to monitor commercial progress and coordinate with subcontractors and project teams.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum of five years' experience in the construction industry, ideally within structural steelwork.
- Previous experience in the structural steel sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Strong understanding of commercial and contractual management, cost control, variations, valuations and final accounts.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Relevant academic qualifications, such as an HND or degree, would be advantageous.
- Professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) would be beneficial.
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
- Friday: 8:30 am - 3:45 pm.
Salary and Benefits
Salary will be dependent on experience. The benefits package includes a company pension, sick pay scheme, health plan, cycle-to-work scheme, share save scheme and the option to purchase additional annual leave.