Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks & Civils
Location: Nottingham
Experience: 2-3 years
About the Role
An established groundworks and civil engineering contractor is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The business delivers groundworks, foundations, drainage, roads, earthworks, infrastructure and external works across residential and commercial developments.
The role would suit a Assistant QS, QS, Groundworks Estimator or commercially minded construction professional with around 2-3 years’ relevant experience. Strong groundworks/civils knowledge and commercial awareness are key.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial management of groundworks and civils projects.
- Carry out take-offs, measurements, estimates and valuations.
- Review drawings, specifications and tender enquiries.
- Assist with subcontractor procurement and negotiations.
- Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.
- Manage and price variations and additional works.
- Assist with subcontractor applications, payments and final accounts.
- Prepare applications for payment and commercial reports.
- Liaise with clients, main contractors, subcontractors and site teams.
- Work closely with Site and Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered commercially.
Ideal Background
- 2-3 years’ experience within groundworks, civils, construction or a related environment.
- Experience of drainage, foundations, roads, earthworks, utilities or residential groundworks.
- QS, estimating or commercial experience is beneficial.
- Able to understand drawings, quantities, costs and project requirements.
- Strong communication, organisational and numerical skills.
- Commercially aware with a willingness to develop.
- Full UK driving licence desirable.
This role would be particularly suited to someone with hands-on groundworks/civils experience who wants to develop further within Quantity Surveying.