Senior Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 days home working

3 days on site in Derby

Long-term opportunity with contractor

Job summary

INDCOM is recruiting a Groundworks Quantity Surveyor for a Derby-based project to lead post-contract commercial management of a 3.5m warehouse groundworks package.

You will oversee costs, CVRs, valuations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts, ensuring contractual compliance and risk control while coordinating with site teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks / civil engineering.
• Experience managing post-contract commercial activities.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and account management.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of the 3.5m groundworks package.
• Managing project costs, budgets and forecasts.
• Preparing and reviewing CVRs and financial reports.
• Managing subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Reviewing and agreeing valuations.
• Managing variations, compensation events and additional works.
• Monitoring project performance against budget.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Managing applications for payment and cash flow.
• Preparing and agreeing final accounts.
• Reviewing contract documentation and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Working closely with the Project Manager and site team.
• Liaising with the main contractor, client and supply chain.
• Providing accurate commercial information to senior management.
• Supporting the successful commercial delivery of the project from start to finish.

Skills

Groundworks

Civil engineering

Post-contract management

CVRs & valuations

Excel

Cost control

Contractual knowledge

Negotiation & communication

Independent working

Driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying or commercial qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

Location - Derby

Salary/Package - 65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Freelance Rate - 400 - 450 per day

About the Company

Our client is an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work and achieving reliable results across the UK.

The business works on a range of prestigious commercial projects and has built its reputation around technical expertise, dependable project delivery and a highly skilled workforce.

Due to a new project in Derby, they are looking to appoint an experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of a major groundworks package.

The Role

The successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the post-contract commercial management of a 3.5m warehouse groundworks package in Derby.

This is a site-based commercial role requiring someone with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering, who is confident managing the commercial aspects of a project from contract award through to final account.

The role offers a flexible working arrangement of 3 days on site and 2 days working from home.

Both permanent and freelance candidates will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of the 3.5m groundworks package
• Managing project costs, budgets and forecasts
• Preparing and reviewing CVRs and financial reports
• Managing subcontractor accounts and payments
• Reviewing and agreeing valuations
• Managing variations, compensation events and additional works
• Monitoring project performance against budget
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• Managing applications for payment and cash flow
• Preparing and agreeing final accounts
• Reviewing contract documentation and ensuring contractual compliance
• Working closely with the Project Manager and site team
• Liaising with the main contractor, client and supply chain
• Providing accurate commercial information to senior management
• Supporting the successful commercial delivery of the project from start to finish

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks / civil engineering
• Strong groundworks experience is essential
• Experience managing post-contract commercial activities
• Previous experience working on projects of 3m+ would be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and account management
• Experience with valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Excellent cost control and forecasting skills
• Good understanding of groundworks construction and methodology
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the commercial function
• Strong Excel and general IT skills
• Relevant Quantity Surveying or commercial qualification would be advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

Project

3.5m Warehouse Groundworks Package - Derby

The successful QS will take responsibility for the post-contract commercial management of the groundworks package, working closely with the operational team to ensure the project is delivered successfully and commercially.

What's on Offer

Permanent:

• 65,000 salary + package
• 2 days working from home
• 3 days on site in Derby
• Opportunity to work on a 3.5m commercial groundworks project
• Long-term opportunity with an established contractor

Freelance:

• 400 - 450 per day
• 3 days on site / 2 days working from home
• Immediate project-based opportunity
• 3.5m warehouse groundworks package

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

INDCOM