Quantity Surveyor

Your new company: A well-established and growing groundworks and earthworks contractor based in Bishops Stortford, delivering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and enabling works sectors. Renowned for its technical expertise, collaborative culture and high standards of delivery, the business has built a strong reputation for successfully delivering complex civil engineering and groundworks packages throughout the region. Your new role: Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, an opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team. You will be responsible for the commercial management of groundworks and earthworks packages from procurement through to final account, working closely with operational teams, subcontractors and clients. Key duties will include: Procurement and management of subcontractor packages. Preparing valuations, variations and final accounts. Cost reporting, forecasting and budget management. Managing subcontractor payments and commercial negotiations. Monitoring project performance and identifying commercial opportunities and risks. Supporting the delivery team to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and site teams. What you'll need to succeed: Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks, earthworks, civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of cost control and commercial management principles. Experience managing subcontractor accounts and valuations. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced contracting environment. Full UK driving licence. Degree qualification or relevant construction-related qualification would be advantageous. What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to join a growing and highly respected contractor. Exposure to a diverse range of groundworks and earthworks projects. Long-term career progression within an expanding commercial team. Supportive working environment with direct access to senior decision-makers. A stable pipeline of secured work across the region. Office-based role in Bishops Stortford with regular project exposure. What you need to do now : If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T