Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks Salary/Package - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Freelance Rate - £400 - £450 per day Our client is an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work and achieving reliable results across the UK. The business works on a range of prestigious commercial projects and has built its reputation around technical expertise, dependable project delivery and a highly skilled workforce. Due to a new project in Derby, they are looking to appoint an experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of a major groundworks package. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the post-contract commercial management of a £3.5m warehouse groundworks package in Derby. This is a site-based commercial role requiring someone with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering, who is confident managing the commercial aspects of a project from contract award through to final account. The role offers a flexible working arrangement of 3 days on site and 2 days working from home. Both permanent and freelance candidates will be considered. Take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of the £3.5m groundworks package Managing project costs, budgets and forecasts Preparing and reviewing CVRs and financial reports Managing subcontractor accounts and payments Managing variations, compensation events and additional works Monitoring project performance against budget Identifying commercial risks and opportunities Preparing and agreeing final accounts Working closely with the Project Manager and site team Liaising with the main contractor, client and supply chain Providing accurate commercial information to senior management Supporting the successful commercial delivery of the project from start to finish Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks / civil engineering Strong groundworks experience is essential Experience managing post-contract commercial activities Previous experience working on projects of £3m+ would be advantageous Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and account management Experience with valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Good understanding of groundworks construction and methodology Ability to work independently and take ownership of the commercial function Strong Excel and general IT skills Relevant Quantity Surveying or commercial qualification would be advantageous Full UK driving licence Project £3.5m Warehouse Groundworks Package - Derby The successful QS will take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of the groundworks package, working closely with the operational team to ensure the project is delivered successfully and commercially. Permanent: £2 days working from home Opportunity to work on a £3.5m commercial groundworks project Long-term opportunity with an established contractor Freelance: £3 days on site / 2 days working from home Immediate project-based opportunity £3.5m warehouse groundworks package Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract) in Derby employer: Building Careers UK Ltd
Our client is a leading civil engineering and highways contractor based in Stockport, offering a collaborative work culture and a strong focus on employee development. With a substantial forward order book and long-term framework contracts, employees benefit from exposure to major projects across the North West, competitive salaries, and excellent packages, making it an ideal environment for experienced professionals seeking meaningful career growth.
