At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage costs and budgets for exciting residential groundworks projects.
- Company: Established civil engineering contractor with a strong North East presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a stable pipeline of projects.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact on residential developments.
- Qualifications: Experience in quantity surveying and knowledge of NEC/JCT contracts required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
An established civil engineering contractor with a strong presence across the North East is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to support its growing portfolio of residential groundworks projects.
The Role
You will be commercially responsible for a number of residential development schemes, working closely with site and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and within budget.
Key responsibilities include:
- Cost management, forecasting, and reporting across multiple sites
- Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
- Preparation of valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Supporting tendering and pricing for upcoming works
- Liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
- Driving commercial performance and identifying cost-saving opportunities
About You
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering
Essential:
- Strong background in residential groundworks / housebuilding civils
- Working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
- Commercially aware with good negotiation capability
- Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and organisational skills
What's on Offer
- £45,000 – £50,000 salary (depending on experience)
- Car allowance
- Stable pipeline of regional work
- Opportunity for progression within a growing business
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
We think you need these skills to ace Quantity Surveyor
Cost Management
Forecasting
Reporting
Procurement
Subcontractor Management
Valuation Preparation
Variation Management
