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Professional Personnel Management Ltd; Melton Mowbray; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Personnel Management Ltd is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for a landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor in Melton Mowbray. The role is hybrid (2 days in the office, 3 days at home) and full-time/permanent, with responsibility for commercial and contractual control across multiple live projects.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in QS, familiarity with JCT/NEC forms, and strong IT skills including Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Quantity Surveying role (landscaping or construction sectors preferred).
• A relevant Diploma, Degree or Higher Education qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Managing all contractual and commercial aspects across a range of live projects.
• Supporting operations throughout pre-construction, delivery, and project close-out.
• Experience of JCT and NEC Forms of Contract.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Organisational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Diploma/Degree or higher (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance)

Location: Melton Mowbray (Hybrid)(2 days office/3 home)

Sector: Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary : 70k - 80k

Our client is an award-winning landscaping and grounds maintenance specialist delivering exceptional projects across the UK. With an excellent reputation built on trust, craftsmanship and long-standing partnerships, they work with a diverse portfolio of clients including local authorities, royal parks, commercial developers, schools, universities, and high-end luxury developers. They are now seeking a talented and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial ownership of multiple live projects, providing vital support to operations teams and ensuring strong financial performance across all stages. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all contractual and commercial aspects across a range of live projects
• Supporting operations throughout pre-construction, delivery, and project close-out
• Experience of JCT and NEC Forms of Contract.
• Managing change control, including variations and add/omit schedules
• Preparing, negotiating, and agreeing final accounts with clients
• Ensuring timely payment and resolving application queries promptly
• Monitoring project costs and implementing cost-mitigation strategies
• Attending pre-order and client meetings as required
• Working closely with delivery teams to ensure budgets and profit margins are achieved
• Accurately recording and valuing variations for monthly applications for payment

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role (landscaping or construction sectors preferred)
• A relevant Diploma, Degree or Higher Education qualification is advantageous but not essential
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel

What We're Looking For:

• Highly motivated and committed to building a long-term career within the company
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, reliable, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for tasks
• Membership to the employer's pension scheme
• Opportunity to grow within a trusted, well-established contractor
• Supportive working environment with long-standing industry relationships