Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 + package

We are working with a highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable and expanding business delivering projects across the UK.

The Role

You will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from early-stage cost planning through to final account. This is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage project costs from pre-construction through to completion

* Prepare valuations, cost reports, and forecasts

* Administer subcontractor accounts, including payments and variations

* Support tendering and pricing activities where required

* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities

* Monitor project performance and report on financial position

* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders

* Assist in negotiating and agreeing final accounts

What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or civil engineering

* Strong commercial awareness and cost control expertise

* Experience managing projects through full lifecycle

* Excellent negotiation and communication skills

* Relevant qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar preferred)

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary with attractive package

* Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects

* Stable, well-established business with strong growth

* Clear progression opportunities within the commercial team