Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected groundworks and civil engineering contractor is seeking a talented Quantity Surveyor in Redditch. You will manage project budgets, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance with contract terms. This permanent position offers excellent career risks and long-term growth potential.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Ongoing training and development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in groundworks or civil engineering essential.
• Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing project budgets, cost reports, and valuations.
• Supporting cost planning, feasibility studies, and value engineering.
• Tracking and managing variations and change orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Equivalent construction background

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Ivy Resource Group are recruiting for a talented and driven Quantity Surveyor with groundworks and civils experience to support the delivery of a diverse range of infrastructure and construction projects in Redditch. Our client is a well-established contractor looking for a commercially astute individual to join their team on a permanent basis, with an immediate start available.

The Company
Our client is a respected groundworks and civil engineering contractor with a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects across the Midlands. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to professional growth, they offer a stable, supportive environment and excellent long-term career prospects.

The Role Entails:
This role plays a vital part in the commercial success of civil engineering and groundworks projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards. You'll be involved from early project planning through to completion, working closely with site, project, and commercial teams.

What You Will Be Doing:

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  Preparing and managing project budgets, cost reports, and valuations

  
  




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  Procuring and managing subcontractor packages

  
  




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  Supporting cost planning, feasibility studies, and value engineering

  
  




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  Tracking and managing variations and change orders

  
  




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  Performing monthly valuations and cost forecasting

  
  




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  Ensuring compliance with contract terms and commercial procedures

  
  




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  Collaborating with site and project teams to monitor cost and risk

  
  




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  Managing final accounts and contract close-outs

  
  




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  Attending progress and client meetings

  
  




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  Building strong supplier and subcontractor relationships

  
  




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  Promoting commercial best practices throughout project lifecycles

  
  

What We Need From You:

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  Previous experience in groundworks or civil engineering (essential)

  
  




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  Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts

  
  




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  Commercially driven with excellent attention to detail

  
  




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  Ability to manage multiple projects independently

  
  




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  Excellent communication and negotiation skills

  
  




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  Good working knowledge of Excel and other industry-standard tools

  
  




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  Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant construction background (or equivalent experience)

  
  




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  Full UK driving licence

  
  

Salary & Benefits:

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  Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

  
  




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  Car allowance or company vehicle

  
  




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  25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

  
  




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  Private medical insurance

  
  




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  Pension scheme

  
  




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  Discretionary annual bonus

  
  




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  Ongoing training and development

  
  




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  Long-term career progression

  
  




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  Flexible working arrangements available

  
  

How to Apply:

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  Submit your CV

  
  




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  Call / Text / WhatsApp Robbie on 07835 935 486 for a confidential conversation

  
  

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of , , , belief, , sexuality or . We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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