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Quantity Surveyor: Civils and Groundworks
Location
London and Home Counties
Excellent Salary + Package + Career Progression
A leading and rapidly growing civils and groundworks contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and groundworks projects across the UK.
Projects Include
- Earthworks
- Bulk excavation
- Drainage and infrastructure
- Section 278 works
- Roads and highways
- Residential and commercial groundworks
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of multiple projects within a well-established and highly respected contractor.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial delivery and financial performance of projects from pre-construction through to final account.
You will be responsible for overseeing costs, maximising profitability, managing subcontractor accounts, and providing strategic commercial support to operational teams.
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The role offers genuine long-term progression within a business experiencing sustained growth across the civils and infrastructure sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Full commercial management of civils and groundworks projects
- Preparation and management of project budgets and cost plans
- Procurement and management of subcontract packages
- Preparation of valuations, variations, CVRs, and final accounts
- Contract administration and risk management
- Commercial reporting to senior management
- Cost forecasting and cashflow management
- Negotiation of subcontractor accounts and supplier agreements
- Liaising closely with site teams, clients, and stakeholders
- Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and contractual requirements
- Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required
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Requirements
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civils, infrastructure, or groundworks
- Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contract
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and drive commercial performance
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar discipline
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary DOE
- Company car / car allowance
- Bonus scheme
- Pension package
- Ongoing professional development
- Clear pathway for career progression
- Opportunity to join a growing and financially strong contractor
- Supportive and forward-thinking management team
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact David at PPM Recruitment on 580
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