Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks

An established civil engineering and groundworks contractor is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in civils, groundworks or enabling works, with the ability to manage projects commercially from procurement through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the commercial aspects of civils and groundworks projects.

* Prepare and submit valuations, variations and payment applications.

* Manage subcontractor accounts, payments and applications.

* Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.

* Procure subcontractors and materials.

* Review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.

* Identify and manage variations and additional works.

* Prepare and agree final accounts.

* Monitor project performance against budget.

* Produce accurate commercial reports and cost forecasts.

* Liaise with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors.

* Ensure contractual and commercial obligations are maintained.

* Support the wider commercial team with tendering and pricing where required.

Requirements

* Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils and/or groundworks.

* Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.

* Experience managing valuations, variations, subcontractors and final accounts.

* Good understanding of project costs, budgets and forecasting.

* Strong negotiation and communication skills.

* Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

* Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent experience.

* Experience with NEC and/or JCT contracts would be advantageous
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed