Quantity Surveyor - South

RM Contractors Limited; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract Type: Permanent

Weekly Hours: 07:30 to 17:00

Holiday Allowance: 23 days plus bankH

Company Pension scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Free and Confidential EmployeeAssis

Job summary

RM Contractors Ltd, a well-established groundworks and civil engineering contractor, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to deliver projects within budget through cost analysis, valuations, and forecasts, with weekly site visits to capture scope.

You will prepare budgets, price materials and labor, liaise with site teams, evaluate subcontractors, prepare interim valuations and final accounts, and produce financial reports while ensuring compliance and strong record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Previous surveying experience at a similar level within a similar environment.
• Hold a full, valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets for groundworks projects and conduct cost estimations (including pricing of materials and labour).
• Liaise with site and production teams and record progress via site visits, attending on-site project meetings and focusing on cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate and select subcontractors based on experience and pricing; manage subcontractor payments per contract terms.
• Measure work completed on site and prepare interim valuations.
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for groundworks projects; monitor for potential financial risks.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to address issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain accurate commercial records.

Skills

Surveying experience

Full UK driving license

Job description

Over 30 years of quality groundworks and civil engineering

We are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within budget through cost analysis and submitting valuations in a timely manner, while supporting the production team with feedback on forecasts. The successful candidate will also undertake weekly site visits to capture all scope of works required.

The Successful Applicant will:

• Have previous surveying experience at a similar level within a similar environment
• Hold a full, valid UK driving license

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparing and managing budgets for groundworks projects and conducting cost estimations (including pricing of materials and labour).
• Liaising with site and production teams and accurately recording progress via regular site visits, participating in frequent on-site project team meetings and ensuring a focus on any cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluating and selecting subcontractors based on experience and pricing, ensuring subcontractor payments are managed and compliant with contract terms.
• Measuring work completed on site and preparing interim valuations.
• Assisting in the preparation of final accounts.
• Preparing financial reports and forecasts for groundworks projects, and monitoring projects to identify any potential financial risks.
• Liaising closely with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure any potential issues or risks are promptly addressed.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards and maintaining accurate records and documentation for all commercial aspects of projects.

Package

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Weekly Hours: 07:30 to 17:00
• Holiday Allowance: 23 days plus bank holidays, with additional holiday based on service.
• Company Pension scheme available
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

RM Contractors have been delivering quality residential groundworks and civil engineering services for over 30 years. With regional offices in Worcestershire, Oxfordshire and Leicestershire we're well positioned to serve the UK's leading house builders. Our experienced team and extensive fleet of machinery enable us to respond effectively to client needs while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration and safety. Our ethos centres on building long-term relationships with clients and delivering projects to a high standard.

We are committed to fostering a culture rooted in our four core values. These values guide how we engage with our customers and collaborate with one another, shaping our daily actions and decisions. Together, they drive our organisation forward.

Family & Community

• As a family business, we are committed to wellbeing and keeping each other safe, healthy, and supported.
• We celebrate our people, encouraging an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential.
• We stay deeply connected to our community roots, giving back through local projects and initiatives to create a positive impact.

Dedicated Service

• Committed to understanding client needs, delivering tailored solutions, and fostering trust through reliability and care.

Workmanship

• We strive to take pride in our work by focusing on attention to detail and taking full accountability for every outcome. Safety and quality remain central to everything we do.
• Through a culture of continuous improvement and alignment with our values, we strive to apply best practice techniques and uphold quality standards.
• We challenge ourselves to improve, embracing new ideas, products, and processes.
• By prioritising longevity, we continuously assess the impact of our operations to create lasting structures and sustainable growth.
• Our goal is to support clients in achieving energy-efficient and sustainable building solutions through eco-friendly practices.

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Equality & Diversity Statement

RM Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered without regard to age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are committed to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace.

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