Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Recruitment Robin Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic civil engineering company located in Stafford is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to manage the commercial function of their business. You will oversee project delivery, ensure compliance, and provide accurate commercial reporting to senior management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in groundworks or civil engineering, showcasing excellent leadership and negotiation skills. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression path

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks or civil engineering is essential.
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead and support a growing commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the commercial team on project delivery and cost management.
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cashflow.
• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting to senior management.

Skills

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to lead a team

Job description

About the job Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

An established and rapidly growing civils and groundwork company in Stafford is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their team and play a key role in managing and developing the commercial function of the business.

You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the commercial team, ensuring projects are delivered profitably, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You’ll work closely with operational teams, clients, and suppliers to oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of groundworks and civils projects.

As the Quantity Surveyor/Estimator, your key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee and support the commercial team on project delivery and cost management.
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cashflow.
• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company and client procedures.
• Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting to senior management.

The Quantity Surveyor/Estimator will have the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks or civil engineering is essential.
• Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead and support a growing commercial team.
• Ambitious and motivated, with a desire to progress within the business.

You will be working Monday to Friday, from the office in Stafford. In return you’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package with a clear progression path and an opportunity to shape the future of the commercial department.

Appointment will be subject to right to work checks and satisfactory references.

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