Quantity Surveyor – Residential Groundworks

Quantity Surveyor – Permanent Role

Location: Worsley
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience – open to higher for the right person)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new permanent opportunity where you can truly make an impact from day one? We're seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong background in groundworks for house building projects – someone who knows the industry, understands the pace, and can hit the ground running without the need for hand-holding.

This is a key role within a growing team, based out of our Worsley office, with regular site visits to projects across the region. You’ll be joining a well-established business with a healthy pipeline of residential groundwork schemes covering drainage, roads, foundations, and 278 works.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Managing costs across multiple residential groundwork projects

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Preparing and reviewing bills of quantities, take-offs, and tender packages

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Carrying out valuations, cost forecasting, and subcontractor payments

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Managing procurement and negotiating contracts with subcontractors and suppliers

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Working closely with operational teams to ensure financial control from start to finish

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Attending site meetings and liaising with clients, engineers, and project managers

What We’re Looking For:

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Minimum 5 years’ experience in quantity surveying – ideally with a focus on groundworks, infrastructure, or residential civil engineering

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Proven track record of running multiple projects independently, with limited supervision

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Strong working knowledge of current NEC/JCT contracts and commercial procedures

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Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills

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Someone who is motivated, reliable, and takes initiative

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Fully office-based role with regular site visits – no hybrid or remote working

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Able to start quickly and integrate into the team immediately

What You’ll Get in Return:

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Competitive salary between £40,000 and £60,000, with flexibility for highly experienced individuals

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Long-term, stable role within a secure and growing company

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Exposure to major residential groundwork schemes and a variety of projects

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A solid and supportive team who value hard work and accountability