At a Glance
- Tasks: Estimate and manage costs for exciting residential groundworks projects.
- Company: Growing contractor with a strong reputation in the residential sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Long-term job security with a strong pipeline of work.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in quantity surveying or estimating, preferably in construction.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
- Overview
- Quantity Surveyor / Estimator – Residential Groundworks
- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
An established and growing residential groundworks contractor is looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join its commercial team in Leicestershire.
Working with many of the UK's leading housebuilders, the business delivers a wide range of residential infrastructure and groundworks packages, including roads, sewers, drainage, foundations, plot works and external works.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful contractor with genuine long-term career prospects.
The Role
This is a varied commercial position, combining both estimating and quantity surveying responsibilities.
Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will play a key role from tender stage through to project completion.
- Preparing estimates and tender submissions for residential groundworks projects.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Producing accurate take-offs and cost plans.
- Assisting with subcontractor and supplier procurement.
- Preparing valuations, variations and final accounts.
- Monitoring project costs, forecasts and commercial performance.
- Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Supporting the successful commercial delivery of multiple projects across the region.
About You
The successful candidate will have
- Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or in a combined commercial role within the construction industry.
- Experience in residential groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
- A strong commercial mindset with excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction (preferred but not essential).
- A full UK driving licence.
- What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Permanent position with a well-established and growing residential groundworks contractor.
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of residential infrastructure projects.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression as the business continues to expand.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Long-term job security with a strong pipeline of work.
If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor or Estimator looking to develop your career with a respected residential groundworks contractor, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
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Quantity Surveyor/Estimator in Melton Mowbray employer: Nicholas Associates Group Limited
Nicholas Associates Group Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values reliability and attention to detail. With flexible part-time hours in the vibrant town of Melton Mowbray, employees enjoy a balanced work-life dynamic while contributing to a clean and safe environment for their colleagues. The company prioritises employee well-being and fosters growth opportunities, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Nicholas Associates Group Limited Recruitment Team
