Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Clearfield Recruitment Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a QS / Estimator for Groundworks and Civils in Ipswich. The role involves supporting tender preparation and cost planning, with a competitive salary range of £70k–£80k (DOE) plus benefits. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and ambition for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Long-term career development

Supportive commercial team

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Groundworks and Civils sectors.
• Knowledge of commercial processes essential.
• Willingness to take on responsibility and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of tenders and cost planning.
• Manage financial aspects of projects.
• Work closely with the commercial team for project success.

Skills

Experience as a QS, Estimator, or Assistant QS/Estimator

Strong understanding of cost management and tendering

Ability to collaborate within a commercial team

Ambition to progress in career

Job description

QS / Estimator Groundworks & Civils

Location: Ipswich

Salary: £70,000–£80,000 (DOE) + Package + Vehicle

Employment Type: Permanent

Recruiter: Clearfield Recruitment – Danielle Feavearyear

The Role

You will be working closely with the existing commercial team, supporting the preparation of tenders, cost planning, valuations, and managing financial aspects of groundworks and civils projects. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, commercially minded, and keen to take the next step in their career.

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a QS, Estimator, or Assistant QS/Estimator within Groundworks and Civils.
• Strong understanding of cost management, tendering, and commercial processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small but busy commercial team.
• Ambition to progress. There is a structured pathway to step into a Commercial Manager role in the coming years.

What's on Offer

• Salary: £70k–£80k for an intermediate-level candidate.
• Consideration for candidates with less experience (salary adjusted accordingly).
• Package including company vehicle.
• Long-term career development within a secure and established business.
• Supportive commercial team and leadership.

If you're looking for a role that offers genuine progression, stability, and the chance to build your career within a leading Ipswich-based contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle at Clearfield Recruitment on (phone number removed)