Quantity Surveyor

Littlewood Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Littlewood Group is looking for a Quantity Surveyor in Reading, UK, to support the Commercial Manager by managing project costs and overseeing all financial aspects of projects. Responsibilities include P&L reporting, contract review, and commercial forecasting. Ideal candidates should have a degree (RICS accredited preferred) and experience in the Utilities industry, with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. A competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per year is offered along with a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
• Ideally have experience working in the Utilities industry.
• Sound knowledge of contracts – NEC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting.
• Review contract documents and advise on any issues.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients.

Skills

Project cost management

Contractual knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Education

Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent)

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Description

Following the recent acquisition of Littlewood Group, the largest independent fencing company in the UK, Network Plus is strengthening its commercial capability to support continued growth across its portfolio. Littlewood Group brings a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality infrastructure solutions, particularly within the MOD, MOJ and critical national infrastructure and exposure to HS2 projects, with a focus on operational excellence, safety, and long‑term client partnerships. This acquisition enhances Network Plus’ existing capabilities, creating a broader, more integrated service offering for clients across the UK.

Department

Littlewood

Location

Battle

Compensation

£45,000 - £50,000 / year

Our Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Manager; helping to drive efficiencies, managing costs and regional performance for our clients. This role will see you take control of all financial aspects of the project, overseeing all commercial and contractual matters. You will deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen whilst identifying, recording and tracking both risks and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting
• Review contract documents and advise on any issues
• Track the progress and cash flow forecast information
• Produce and review commercial forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVRs) and Project Finance Reports
• Take responsibility for Subcontract Management, including Subcontract Forecasting, raising Subcontractor Orders and Negotiating Subcontract terms
• Prepare subcontract documents, enquiries and assessment of quotations
• Place subcontract orders, agreement and certification of subcontract valuations, invoice, subcontract payments and final account agreements
• Be responsible for the management of the change control process, risk and value management
• Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices
• Assess and value variations and compensation events
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts
• Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on-site with the Client
• Be actively involved with tenders and pricing
• Assist Credit Control with cash recovery and forecasting
• Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent) is desirable but not essential
• Ideally you will have experience working in the Utilities industry
• Sound knowledge of contracts – NEC preferred
• Ability to prioritise workload, multi‑task and work under tight time pressures
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Logical mind

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Equal Opportunity

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces‑friendly. We welcome applications from ex‑Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.