At Shanco, we’re a tight-knit, growing team with a solid reputation in the civils and groundworks sector – and we’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor to come on board.
We work on projects ranging from £50k to £4 million, covering everything from care homes to schools and live prison sites. This isn’t a corporate machine. We’re hands-on, we factor in fun, and we build lasting relationships – with our clients and our people. Think it sounds too good to be true? Check out our 5-star Google reviews.
About the Role
Job Type: Full-time permanent role
Salary: Negotiable, starting from £50k+
Benefits:
Company car
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site gym coming in 2026!
What you’ll be doing:
- Managing valuations, payment applications, and commercial reporting
- Working closely with site teams to capture changes and maximise value
- Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues
- Visiting sites, pricing tenders, and supporting the full project lifecycle
- Driving clear communication and smart commercial decisions
Requirements
We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor with:
- 5+ years in Quantity Surveying working across civils/groundworks
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Confident using Excel, measuring software, and reading drawings
- A team player who likes getting stuck in
- CSCS card and ability to pass Prison Security Clearance
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience
We’re open-minded about the level of experience – whether you’re looking for your next big step or a fresh start in a new forward thinking commercial team, we’d love to hear from you. Salary is negotiable based on experience.
Why Work With Us:
Friendly, fun and happy workforce
Loads of variety – no two jobs are the same
Space to grow and shape your role
Investment in your personal and professional development
About the Company
Our impressive track record and sustained growth can be attributed to our exceptional workforce and our core values. Teamwork and the development of our people are the cornerstones of our success. We encourage professional growth and celebrate outstanding performance with substantial rewards.
Ready to make a move? Apply now, or get in touch with Leanne in our recruitment team for a quick chat about the role at: Leannep@shancocontracts.co.uk.
A Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We’re currently handling this vacancy directly and won’t be accepting speculative CVs or unsolicited introductions from agencies. Any CVs sent without prior agreement will not be subject to fees.
