Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Fawkes & Reece Group; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in Kent seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a reputable groundworks contractor and manage the commercial delivery of two major residential sites. You will oversee valuations, variations, and cost control, working closely with site managers to protect margins and ensure timely payments on a 12-month contract.

Experience in groundworks or civil engineering is preferred, with a track record of managing subcontractor accounts and cost reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Groundworks or civil engineering experience advantageous.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and contractual management.
• Experience managing valuations, variations, and project costs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial management of two residential groundworks contracts.
• Prepare and submit applications for payment and valuations.
• Manage variations, change control and contractual claims.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial forecasts.
• Handle subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with site and project teams to ensure cost-efficient delivery.

Skills

Valuations

Contractual management

Commercial management

Cost control

Budgeting

Payments

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

Location: Kent

Rate: £400 per day (LTD / CIS)

Contract: 12 months

We are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a reputable groundworks contractor, overseeing the commercial management of two large-scale residential developments in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven QS with experience in groundworks, civil engineering or residential construction.

The Role

You will be responsible for the commercial management of two major residential groundworks contracts, working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and commercially successfully.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of two large residential groundworks projects.
• Preparing and submitting applications for payment and valuations.
• Managing variations, change control and contractual claims.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial forecasts.
• Managing subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Working closely with site and project management teams.
• Ensuring accurate commercial reporting and cost control.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Groundworks and civil engineering experience would be advantageous.
• Experience working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors will also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and contractual management.
• Experience managing valuations, variations, subcontractors and project costs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

What's on Offer?

• £400 per day.
• LTD / CIS payment options.
• 12-month contract.
• Two large residential projects in Kent.
• Opportunity to work with an established groundworks contractor.