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  • Date posted

    September 25, 2026

  • Closing date

    December 24, 2026

  • Location

    Saxmundham

  • Salary

    £45,000 - £60,000 /year

  • Career level

    Mid Level

  • Qualification

    Degree, HND or recognised vocational qualification in relevant engineering or commercial field

  • Experience

    3 – 5 Years

Description

Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Quantity Surveyor – East Suffolk to join their project team in Saxmundham supporting the landmark Great Grid project. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background in direct project delivery?

Position Overview & Key Facts

  • Employer: Laing O’Rourke
  • Vacancy Requisition ID: 7697
  • Project / Base Location: Snape Road, Saxmundham, IP17 1UT, United Kingdom
  • Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
  • Target Experience: 3 – 5 Years
  • Compensation Benchmark: £45,000 – £60,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
  • Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers

Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

  • Supporting quantity surveying and commercial activities across allocated work packages.
  • Supporting measurement, valuation and agreement of works.
  • Preparing and managing interim applications and payment certifications.
  • Assisting with drafting, managing and closing out subcontracts.
  • Supporting monthly cost reporting and commercial forecasting.
  • Assisting with claims, final accounts and commercial negotiations.
  • Identifying, pricing and managing change control.
  • Supporting project teams with contractual obligations, commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Producing contract reviews, BPR information and management reports.
  • Supporting project budget establishment and ongoing cost management.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

  • Degree (or higher) in Quantity Surveying; RICS membership desirable but not essential.
  • Working knowledge and practical application of NEC contracts.
  • Experience within direct delivery, construction, civil engineering or infrastructure environments, ideally across the project lifecycle.
  • Strong analytical, commercial and organisational skills, with a willingness to learn and progress within the Commercial function.
  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related construction discipline.

What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)

  • Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
  • Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
  • Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
  • Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus

Laing O’Rourke Health & Safety (HSE) Infrastructure Delivery Commercial Management NEC3 / NEC4 Contracts Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) Subcontract Procurement Variations & Claims

Apply Directly for this Opportunity

This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.

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