Career Opportunities

Job Title: Assistant Estimator
Location: Heathfield, Newton Abbot (office-based)
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 16:00
Salary: Starting from £26,000
Department: Estimating

About the Role:

Due to the growth of our business and an increase in customer demand, we are excited to offer a motivated and detail-oriented individual the opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Estimator. This role provides a fantastic chance to work closely with our Senior Estimator, gaining valuable industry experience and contributing to the securing of future projects. You will be an essential part of our estimating team, supporting the development of accurate and competitive project proposals.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Record and update incoming project enquiries with accuracy and timeliness, including contacting customers to gather project details and ensuring data integrity in our database.
• Compile and process data from site visits—once visits are completed, input the information into the database and assist in preparing detailed estimates for clients.
• Maintain the estimating database to ensure it remains current and accurate, supporting efficient project management and decision-making.
• Assist in building estimates under the supervision of the Senior Estimator, developing your skills and understanding of the estimating process.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and manage client records effectively.
• Support the team in maintaining good communication with clients and suppliers as required.

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive approach and eagerness to learn and develop within the estimating profession

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development for your career
• Life insurance coverage
• Free off-street secure parking
• 4.6% employer-contributory pension scheme, with matched contributions to help you save for the future
• 28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to kick-start their career as an estimator. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic, who is eager to learn and grow within a supportive team. You will gain practical experience working alongside industry professionals and will play a meaningful role in the company’s success.

Due to continued growth and exciting new projects, we are seeking a motivated and dedicated HGV Driver/Feeder Driver to join the QMS team. This is an exciting opportunity to either start a new career in the highways industry or continue developing your current career!

Key Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the crew supervisor you will be responsible for operating a Class 2 HGV feeder vehicle and play a vital role in keeping our installation crews moving across the UK’s strategic road networks. You will be the backbone of the operation, responsible for managing material prep and arriving on-site to replenish line marking machinery exactly when the crew needs it. Success in this role requires a proactive team player who is willing to assist with wider site tasks and commit to a flexible schedule, including night shifts and working away from home, to ensure our projects are delivered to the highest standard.

The starting pay is £15.44 an hour with uplifts for out of hours as well as a working away from home allowance.

What We Are Looking For:

• A valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV driving license is essential for this role.
• A hardworking individual who is comfortable with the unique demands of the highways industry, including night work and staying away from home.
• A proactive professional willing to step out of the cab and support the wider team with various site tasks whenever necessary.
• Due to industry regulations, you must be able to pass drug and alcohol tests prior to and during your employment!

Why Join QMS?

• Be part of a growing, innovative company with excellent career development opportunities.
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Contribute to delivering projects to high standards for a variety of clients.
• Get to travel all over the UK with your crew!
• Gain industry certification and new skills and qualifications.

Ready to start your journey with QMS? Apply today and let the next chapter begin!

Due to continued growth and exciting new projects, we are seeking motivated and dedicated Experienced Operatives to join the QMS team. This is an exciting opportunity to either start a new career in the highways industry or continue developing your current career!

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of your crew supervisor, you will learn all aspects of line-marking and surface treatments, the products we use and how we blow the socks off our clients. We pride ourselves on being supportive, fun and professional!

What We Are Looking For:

• Motivated experienced individuals with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn – this is more important than formal qualifications! This job isn’t an easy ride, but it is incredibly rewarding and comes with a great remuneration package! The starting pay is £14.44 an hour with uplifts for out of hours and HGV licence holders, as well as a working away from home allowance.
• You will need a manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle, due to the location of our depot and lack of public transport. All crew members are expected to be comfortable driving our vans.
• Due to industry regulations, you must be able to pass drug and alcohol tests prior to and during your employment!

Why Join QMS?

• Be part of a growing, innovative company with excellent career development opportunities.
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Contribute to delivering projects to high standards for a variety of clients.
• Get to travel all over the UK with your crew!
• Gain industry certification and new skills and qualifications.

Ready to start your journey with QMS? Apply today and let the next chapter begin!

Due to continued growth and exciting new projects, we are seeking motivated and dedicated Operatives to join the QMS team. This is an exciting opportunity to either start a new career in the highways industry or continue developing your current career!

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of your crew supervisor, you will learn all aspects of line-marking and surface treatments, the products we use and how we blow the socks off our clients. We pride ourselves on being supportive, fun and professional!

What We Are Looking For:

• Motivated individuals with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn – this is more important than formal qualifications! This job isn’t an easy ride, but it is incredibly rewarding and comes with a great remuneration package! The starting pay is £14.44 an hour with uplifts for antisocial hours and HGV licence holders, as well as a working away from home allowance.
• You will need a manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle, due to the location of our depot and lack of public transport. All crew members are expected to be comfortable driving our vans.
• Due to industry regulations, you must be able to pass drug and alcohol tests prior to and during your employment!

Why Join QMS?

• Be part of a growing, innovative company with excellent career development opportunities.
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Contribute to delivering projects to high standards for a variety of clients.
• Get to travel all over the UK with your crew!
• Gain industry certification and new skills and qualifications.

Ready to start your journey with QMS? Apply today and let the next chapter begin!