Quantity Surveyor

Market Pulse Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Pension

Other benefits

Job summary

Market Pulse Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activities on Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects. You will manage valuations, variations, and final accounts while controlling costs and profitability across projects.

The role requires experience with groundworks or civil infrastructure, strong negotiations, and the ability to work with clients and main contractors to deliver profitable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Experience with Groundworks, Civil Engineering or Infrastructure contractors.
• Strong valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts understanding.
• Ability to manage projects commercially with some independence.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Strong commercial awareness, communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects from contract award through to final account.
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and profitability.
• Prepare commercial reports, CVRs and cost forecasts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with operational teams, clients and main contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Valuations

Variations

Cost reporting

Final accounts

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Communication

Independence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Cost reporting software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

London

£55,000 - £80,000 + Package

Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career within the construction and civil engineering sector?

Market Pulse Recruitment is looking to connect with experienced Quantity Surveyors interested in permanent opportunities with established Groundworks and Civil Engineering contractors across London and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to explore your options within specialist subcontractors, take ownership of challenging construction projects and develop your career with a clear pathway towards a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.

The Role

• Commercial management of Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects from contract award through to final account.
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and profitability.
• Prepare commercial reports, CVRs and cost forecasts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with operational teams, clients and main contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

About You

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Experience working for a Groundworks, Civil Engineering or Infrastructure contractor.
• Strong understanding of valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Ability to commercially manage projects with a degree of independence.
• Ideally degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong commercial awareness, communication and negotiation skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Indicative salary of £55,000 - £80,000, depending on experience.
• Potential travel allowance, pension and additional benefits.
• Exposure to residential, commercial and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities for career development and progression into a Senior Quantity Surveyor position.