Lead Quantity Surveyor – Groundworks & Residential

Henley Chase; Ringway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role in the Worsley region. The role focuses on groundworks within residential schemes, with regular site visits and a strong emphasis on cost control from inception to completion.

You’ll prepare bills of quantities, conduct take-offs, and manage valuations and subcontractor payments, while coordinating with the operational team to keep budgets on track.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in quantity surveying.
• Groundworks/infrastructure/residential civil engineering focus preferred.
• Strong understanding of NEC/JCT contracts and commercial procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.
• Fully office-based role with regular site visits; quick to start and integrate into the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs across multiple residential groundwork projects.
• Prepare and review bills of quantities, take-offs, and tender packages.
• Carry out valuations, cost forecasting, and subcontractor payments.
• Manage procurement and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure financial control from start to finish.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, engineers, and project managers.

Skills

Experience 5+ years

NEC/JCT contracts

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Henley Chase is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role in the Worsley region. The role focuses on groundworks within residential schemes, with regular site visits and a strong emphasis on cost control from inception to completion.

You’ll prepare bills of quantities, conduct take-offs, and manage valuations and subcontractor payments, while coordinating with the operational team to keep budgets on track.