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.