Quantity Surveyor – Building Safety Team (Southwest & Wales)

About the role

Bouygues UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor (or Senior Quantity Surveyor) to join its Building Safety team, supporting recladding projects across the Southwest and Wales region. The role is based in Bristol with regular site visits.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare initial cost estimates from consultant and in‑house findings and update them into detailed budgets as information evolves.
• Derive accurate quantities from drawings and assist the project lead in preparing contractor proposals.
• Procure consultants and subcontractors in line with BYUK procedures, ensuring robust contractual agreements.
• Manage financial and contractual aspects of consultants and subcontractors, including timely payment applications and monthly financial reporting.
• Maintain project records to support any recovery actions and oversee supply‑chain payment administration.
• Collaborate with the Commercial Director on mitigation and recovery strategies.
• Support the project lead by attending site meetings, contributing to internal and external reports, and reviewing third‑party claims.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or large subcontractor.
• Ability to produce timely monthly financial reports that accurately forecast costs.
• Strong commercial awareness and meticulous attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of company reporting timetables, tools and procedures.

Required skills

• Cost estimating
• Financial forecasting
• Contract management