Civils Quantity Surveyor Knights Construction Group

Knights Construction Group; Wrexham; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday & bank holidays per yr

Private Medical Insurance

Vehicle Allowance

Pension auto enrolment

Room for progression

Employee Referral Programme

Funding for higher education

Job summary

Knights Construction Group is seeking an experienced Civils Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of multiple civils and groundworks projects from inception to completion. You will work closely with Site Managers, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure projects are commercially successful and well-delivered.

The role is based at the Wrexham Head Office with occasional site visits. A full UK driving licence is required and the salary is around £45k plus per annum,

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or similar commercial role in construction (civils, groundworks or infra).
• Strong understanding of construction costs, commercial management, valuations, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts.
• Experience preparing and managing project budgets, forecasts and CVRs.
• Good IT skills including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for commercial management of civils and groundworks projects from start to finish.
• Prepare, manage and monitor project budgets, costs, forecasts and financial performance.
• Prepare and manage monthly valuations, payment applications, variations and final accounts.
• Produce and maintain CVRs and provide reporting on costs, profitability, and performance.
• Identify, price, negotiate and manage variations with clients.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, including quotations, tenders and terms.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Budgeting

CVRs

Subcontractor management

Client liaison

Risk management

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Quantity Surveying / Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Costing software

Job description

Knights Construction are a leading construction company specialising in Agriculture, Build, Civils and Flooring. The strength of our organisation lies in the quality of the people we work with. We’re proud to employ talented, driven individuals within the construction sector, and due to an ever-increasing workload, we are now looking to strengthen our commercial team.

With strong business on the books and many new and exciting projects in the pipeline, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and progressive company.

We’re recruiting for an experienced Civils Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple construction projects, while also supporting their operational delivery from commencement through to completion.

This is a varied, hands‑on role within a smaller construction business, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of projects from both a commercial and operational perspective. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, Site Managers, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring projects are commercially successful, well‑managed and delivered to a high standard.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the commercial management of multiple civils and groundworks projects from commencement through to completion.
• Prepare, manage and monitor project budgets, costs, forecasts and financial performance.
• Prepare and manage monthly valuations, payment applications, variations and final accounts.
• Produce and maintain Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), providing accurate reporting on project costs, profitability and financial performance.
• Identify, price, negotiate and manage variations and additional works, ensuring changes are properly recorded, submitted and agreed with clients.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, including obtaining quotations, evaluating tenders, placing orders and agreeing subcontract terms.
• Prepare and review subcontractor valuations, payment applications and final accounts.
• Assist with estimating, tendering, project pricing and the preparation of quotations for new and prospective work.
• Undertake site measurements, quantity take-offs and assessments of completed works.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts and project information to identify commercial risks, discrepancies and opportunities.
• Monitor project progress against budgets and programmes, identifying potential cost overruns, delays and commercial risks at an early stage.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients on commercial matters, maintaining strong working relationships throughout the project.
• Attend site meetings, progress meetings and commercial reviews with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
• Oversee Site Managers and site teams to support the successful delivery of projects, ensuring works progress efficiently and in accordance with agreed programmes.
• Support the planning, coordination and management of subcontractors, suppliers, resources and project activities where required.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and other stakeholders to resolve commercial and operational issues.
• Assist with project mobilisation, pre-construction planning and initial site set-up where required.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, commercial records and correspondence, including instructions, variations, valuations and progress updates.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project costs, profitability, progress, risks and key issues.
• Ensure commercial and operational activities are undertaken in accordance with company procedures, contractual requirements and relevant legislation.
• Support the wider team with other commercial and project management activities as required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the successful delivery of the company’s projects.
• Management of PQQ and pre-construction activities including H&S requirements.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or similar commercial role within the construction industry, ideally within civils, groundworks or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, commercial management, valuations, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts.
• Experience preparing and managing project budgets, forecasts and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Good practical understanding of construction methods, site operations and project delivery
• Willingness to take a hands on approach and cover the operational side of the civils division.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to identify risks, manage costs and maximise project profitability.
• Confident dealing directly with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Experience supporting project management, coordinating works or overseeing subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and professional commercial and project documentation.
• Confident, proactive and able to work independently while also working effectively as part of a wider team.
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy skills and a practical, problem-solving approach.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence.

Job Title: Civils Quantity Surveyor

Employment Type: Permanent – Full time

Location: Wrexham Head Office / Occasional Site Visits

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 08:00am – 16:30pm & Friday 08:00am – 16:00pm (With a 30-minute lunch break each day)

Salary: £45k plus per annum (Negotiable dependent on experience)

Additional Benefits:

• 21 days holiday & bank holidays per year (increases to 25 days per year with service)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Vehicle Allowance
• Pension auto enrolment
• Room for progression within the company
• Employee Referral Programme
• Would consider funded higher education for the right candidate.

This job description gives an indication of what will be required of the role and is subject to change. The post holder will be expected to undertake any other responsibilities as reasonably requested by their line manager.

Knights Construction Group does not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from Recruitment Agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will be treated as the property of Knight Construction Group and Terms & Conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be considered null and void.