​Quantity Surveyor (Maintenance) – Bristol

Location Bristol
Discipline: Ex Forces / Military, Engineering
Job type: Permanent - Full Time
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 DOE + Car Allowance £6,452 (£8,052 for an electric vehicle) + Fuel Card + Bonus Scheme - Hybrid Role | High-Impact Work | Clear Progression Path
Contact email: jobs@recruitmeuk.com
Published: about 15 hours ago
​Quantity Surveyor (Maintenance) – Bristol - £45,000 – £60,000 DOE + Car Allowance £6,452 (£8,052 for an electric vehicle) + Fuel Card + Bonus Scheme - Hybrid Role | High-Impact Work | Clear Progression Path

Ready to take full commercial control and shape contract success from day one?

An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-paced, commercially focused maintenance team working across planned, void, and refurbishment contracts. This is your chance to own the numbers, the strategy, and the success—while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working model and a highly supportive commercial leadership team.

About the Company

Delivering projects that matter across housing, public sector estates, and commercial portfolios, this national contractor has built its reputation on quality, accountability, and trust. With long-standing frameworks in place and a strong pipeline of refurbishment and maintenance work in the South West, the business is looking to expand its commercial team with someone who brings both expertise and energy.

About the ​Quantity Surveyor (Maintenance) Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for the full commercial life cycle of multiple maintenance and refurbishment projects across Bristol and the surrounding area. From pricing and procurement to forecasting and final accounts, you’ll play a key role in ensuring profitability, cost control, and compliance across every project.

Expect to work closely with project managers, subcontractors, and clients—while being fully supported by a regional commercial team that values initiative and sharp commercial insight.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and control the financial and technical aspects of live contracts

  • Carry out measurement, pricing, and evaluation of tenders and variations

  • Oversee cost control, value engineering, and profit maximisation strategies

  • Produce monthly CVRs, forecasts, and detailed financial reporting

  • Manage subcontractor and supplier contracts from negotiation to payment

  • Raise and submit applications for payment

  • Monitor procurement schedules and supply chain performance

  • Maintain clear, accurate records and reporting throughout project lifecycles

  • Provide commercial assurance from tender stage through to cash collection

  • Ensure Health & Safety compliance in all contractual undertakings

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Quantity Surveyor with HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent

  • Proven background in maintenance, refurbishment, voids, or fabric upgrade projects

  • Strong experience working with bills of quantities, SORs, and D&B contracts

  • Comfortable managing both direct labour and subcontractor accounts

  • Skilled in CVR reporting, procurement, and cost forecasting

  • Confident communicator and collaborative team player

  • High attention to detail with strong commercial instincts

  • Proficient in Excel and familiar with modern construction management tools

  • Able to work independently while supporting wider commercial objectives

Benefits

  • Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience

  • Car allowance and fuel card

  • Annual bonus scheme

  • Hybrid working model (home/site/office)

  • Private healthcare options

  • Company pension scheme

  • Clear route into Senior QS or Commercial Manager roles

  • Friendly, forward-thinking team culture

Why Join as a Quantity Surveyor?

Because you want more than a desk job. You want autonomy. Accountability. And the opportunity to see the commercial results of your decisions—clearly. Whether you're looking to step up into a senior role or sharpen your skill set on impactful projects, this is the environment where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.

Apply now to shape the future of commercial maintenance delivery in the South West. Interviews taking place shortly.