Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

TipTopJob; New Forest; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company seeks a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator for their Ringwood office. The role involves surveying and estimating for groundworks on new housing developments, ensuring compliance and developing cost plans. Join a growing team with proactive leadership and diverse project exposure.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a growing team

Exposure to a variety of projects

Competitive salary plus benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in surveying or estimating UK residential groundworks projects.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for all commercial queries on a project.
• Manage projects from inception to completion including preparation of contract tenders.
• Develop project forecasts and approve subcontractor payments.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Bluebeam

Job description

Role: Quantity Surveyor and Estimator / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Kamm Group

Site engineers Adam McCormack and Keith McWilliams founded the civil engineering division of KAMM Group over 25 years ago.

Since then, the business has developed a strong reputation as a leading civil engineer and residential service provider, offering affordable, first-class services.

Today, we're proud to employ over 400 qualified personnel. Covering a range of aspects of civil engineering, from bulk excavations to complex civil structures, our services have developed significantly over the years.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a talented Quantity Surveyor / Estimator(s) to join our team based at our Ringwood Office.

Office Location: Ringwood, Hampshire

Summary: Carry out surveying and estimating for groundworks and civil engineering sub-contracts on new housing developments, reporting to the Commercial Manager / Director.

Our values: KAMM believes strongly that investing in people is investing in the future.

All personnel receive KAMM-specific training and support, ensuring that the work produced meets client, local, and national standards. KAMM has created a Quality Booklet to maintain consistent standards across all sites and personnel. Investing in people means understanding individuals and helping them prosper both at home and at work.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a growing team environment with experienced, proactive leadership.
• Exposure to a variety of projects, clients, and teams.
• Competitive salary (plus benefits).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for all commercial queries, concerns, or actions on a project.
• Ensure full contractual compliance of KAMM Civil Engineering.
• Prepare, submit, and agree on contract tenders, managing projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare, submit, and agree on monthly applications for payment.
• Handle project variations, claims, and design changes.
• Develop project forecasts and cost plans.
• Approve and process subcontractor payments.
• Follow company and departmental procedures and deadlines.
• Prepare accurate reports analyzing project profitability and progress.
• Collaborate with procurement and site management teams.

Essential Competence and Training

• Minimum 3 years of experience in surveying or estimating UK residential groundworks projects.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam or similar construction software.