Kenton Black
Quantity Surveyor
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Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks & Infrastructure
Location: Lincolnshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (PAYE or LTD)
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (DOE) + Company Benefits
About the Company
Our client is a leading groundworks and infrastructure contractor with an annual turnover in excess of £40 million, delivering large-scale residential infrastructure and groundwork packages for many of the UK's leading housebuilders and developers.
With a reputation for technical excellence, commercial strength, and high-quality project delivery, the business has established itself as a key player within the residential infrastructure sector. Due to continued growth and a substantial pipeline of secured projects, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Lincolnshire.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor to join a highly successful contractor. The successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of groundworks and infrastructure projects, ensuring financial performance, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery.
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Working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers, Contracts Managers, and Operational teams, you will play a key role in managing projects from procurement through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the commercial aspects of groundworks and infrastructure projects
- Maximise contract profitability and support the achievement of commercial objectives
- Prepare and negotiate interim valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Produce accurate monthly CVRs, forecasts, and cash flow reports
- Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to improve margins
- Manage subcontract procurement and subcontractor accounts
- Provide commercial support to operational teams throughout project delivery
- Identify and implement value engineering opportunities
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
- Ensure accurate commercial records and reporting are maintained
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks, infrastructure, or civil engineering
- Strong understanding of residential infrastructure packages including roads, drainage, foundations, and external works
- Excellent commercial awareness and contractual understanding
- Experience managing projects and subcontractor accounts
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Experience producing CVRs, forecasts, and financial reports
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Construction Management (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)
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What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £70,000 per annum depending on experience
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to join a £40m+ turnover contractor with a strong market reputation
- Long-term career progression within a growing commercial team
- Stable workload supported by a substantial pipeline of secured projects
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.
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