Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with Lancer Scott to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life.

About Lancer Scott

Established in 1998, Lancer Scott offers renowned high-quality construction projects and facilities management services, often competing and winning work from much larger competitors. Based in the heart of Bristol, the company has enjoyed significant success, particularly in the last 4 years with turnover increasing from £56 million in 2020 to £125 million in 2025.

To ensure the business remains fully supported, Lancer Scott is investing into its people strategy and infrastructure to give employees the tools to perform to the best of their ability.

About the Role

Contribute to the success of a range of projects ranging in value and sector, with an emphasis on specialist Cladding Work. You'll need to have strong analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail to enhance project management capabilities. You will play a key role in analysing budgets, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of a variety of projects.

This is a new role as the result of continued success and the ability to deliver a tailored and quality service.

Core Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, providing detailed quantity and cost requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including site managers, clients, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Manage a number of live projects providing senior level support to site based staff and oversee the validation, valuation and forecasting process.
• Support the pre-construction tender process and complete labour loading and pricing schedules as required across the team, depending on workload.
• Provide estimating and WIP support to ensure an up to date financial position is available and clear at any given time.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, analysis, contracts, budgets, risk assessments, and other essential documents.
• Document changes in design promptly, updating budgets to reflect modifications accurately.
• Establish and foster professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective project execution.
• Travel to various sites as required to oversee project progress and address on-site challenges.

Required Skills and Experience

• A sound knowledge and experience of project cost and commercial management.
• Good technical knowledge of cladding materials, application and legislative requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail especially when working with costs and measurements.
• An ability to organise, plan and prioritise to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain a network of professional relationships.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel as necessary.

Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Construction estimating experience within the UK construction or facilities management industry.

Building Communities at Lancer Scott

At Lancer Scott, the company is committed to giving back through hands-on support, funding, and partnerships that create lasting impact. Projects supported include East Street Mews, providing housing for young homeless people, and revitalised community spaces such as the East Looe Hub and a Scouts hut in Gloucestershire. Partnership with Community of Purpose enables support for initiatives like the Bristol Young Heroes Awards and the Break Free Programme, giving young people opportunities to thrive.

Equal Opportunities

Lancer Scott is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.