Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Nicholas Associates; South Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential groundworks contractor is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial management of residential groundwork projects. You will lead procurement, manage valuations, and develop strong relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in quantity surveying and a degree in Quantity Surveying. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary + car allowance or company vehicle

Annual bonus scheme

Private healthcare and pension

Structured career progression

Secure pipeline of projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in quantity surveying, ideally in residential groundworks.
• Capable of managing projects independently from start to finish.
• Forward-thinking and eager to take on leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial management of multiple residential groundwork projects.
• Lead procurement, valuations, change control, CVRs, and final accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contractual knowledge

Project management

Leadership

Education

Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

Are you a driven and experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for the next step in your career?

This is a standout opportunity to join a well-established and expanding residential groundworks contractor, with a clear pathway to Senior QS, Managing QS and Commercial Manager. You'll take ownership of major groundwork packages for leading housebuilders, while helping shape the future of the commercial team.

The Role

• Oversee commercial management of multiple residential groundwork projects (typically £5m-£15m).
• Lead procurement, valuations, change control, CVRs, and final accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Provide support and mentoring to junior QS staff.
• Work closely with senior leadership.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' experience in quantity surveying, ideally in residential groundworks.
• Excellent commercial acumen with strong contractual knowledge.
• Capable of managing projects independently from start to finish.
• Forward-thinking and eager to take on leadership responsibility.
• Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + car allowance or company vehicle.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Private healthcare and pension.
• Supportive leadership and structured career progression.
• Secure pipeline of residential groundwork projects with top-tier developers.

Contact

Please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information (all discussions are confidential).

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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