Cumberland Council is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of its ambitious Highways works programmes within the Highways & Transport team. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead budgeting and cost management across all highways projects, supporting the delivery of contracts up to £2 million, and work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure successful project outcomes. You’ll also play a key role in contractor performance management and procurement strategy. Current and upcoming projects include compeltion of the Levelling Up Fund programme, Active Travel and Town Deal projects across Cumberland.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for candidates with a relevant degree or NVQ Level 5, strong experience in construction cost management, and a solid understanding of CDM regulations and NEC3 contracts. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to contribute to meaningful infrastructure improvements across Cumbria, we’d love to hear from you. Join a forward-thinking council committed to modernisation, efficiency, and community-focused delivery.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact [email protected]

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs. 

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 09/11/2025
• Interview date: TBC

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council