Project QS – Groundworks & Civils

OCS Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a well-established groundworks/civil subcontractor to hire a Quantity Surveyor for the London/Home Counties region. The role offers ownership of commercially driven projects with support from senior team members.

You will handle procurement, valuations, cost reporting and final accounts, ensuring profitable project delivery and strong subcontractor relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience with a specialist subcontractor - Groundworks, RC frame, concrete, civils or basement experience.
• Experience with subcontract procurement and account management.
• Understanding of valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and desire to develop.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of projects from procurement through to final account
• Subcontract procurement and package management
• Preparing valuations and payment applications
• Cost reporting and forecasting
• Managing variations and changes
• Subcontractor account management
• Reviewing project costs and identifying commercial opportunities
• Monthly cost/value reconciliation
• Managing and negotiating subcontractor accounts
• Supporting project teams with commercial and contractual matters
• Preparing and agreeing final accounts
• Working closely with the commercial and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered profitably

Skills

Subcontract procurement

Cost reporting

Valuations

Final accounts

Negotiation

Communication

Project ownership

Job description

OCS Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a well-established groundworks/civil subcontractor to hire a Quantity Surveyor for the London/Home Counties region. The role offers ownership of commercially driven projects with support from senior team members.

You will handle procurement, valuations, cost reporting and final accounts, ensuring profitable project delivery and strong subcontractor relationships.