Quantity Surveyor

Aspire Defence Services · Tidworth, South West

Quantity Surveyor at Aspire Defence Services, based in Tidworth, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Tidworth, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
22 Nov 2026
Sector
Construction & Trades

Reference 653a00dd-9cb4-4d04-b6d4-69c83cf53e33

About the role

Join our Team as a Quantity Surveyor at Aspire Defence Services Limited

Salary: TBC

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Tidworth

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Quantity Surveyor to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer

  • Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday

  • Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%

  • Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover

  • Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets

  • Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements

  • Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role

  • Lead the commercial delivery of a range of CPT projects from pre-construction through to agreement of final accounts.

  • Undertake site visits and surveys to support preparation of schedules, specifications and scopes of work.

  • Work closely with procurement teams during tender processes, assisting with tender evaluations and recommendations.

  • Produce cost plans, estimates and formal client submissions while maintaining robust cost and revenue forecasts.

  • Assess project progress, validate supply chain invoices and payment applications, and review quotations and variations to ensure value for money.

  • Manage project variations, instructions, contingency budgets, risk budgets, supply chain orders and payments.

  • Provide commercial information to finance and central commercial teams and ensure compliance with company procedures and systems, including IFS.

  • Support and promote QHSE policies and safe working practices during all activities and site visits.

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or above in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, together with a full UK driving licence. Professional membership or progress towards a qualification such as RICS is advantageous.

• Experience: Experience within the construction and/or facilities management sector in a commercial or related role, supported by a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and commercial or financial administration systems. Awareness of site health and safety is essential.

• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships, prioritise workloads and work collaboratively within a team. You should be highly organised, detail-focused, competent with databases and spreadsheets, and able to demonstrate initiative, flexibility and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Additional Information

  • The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.

  • Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.

  • We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.

  • Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

  • This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work visas. Candidates must have an existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.

Reference: 653a00dd-9cb4-4d04-b6d4-69c83cf53e33 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 22 Nov 2026 · Listed via Aspire Defence Services

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