Senior Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

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

Benefits offered by this job

65,000 salary + package

2 days working from home

3 days on site in Derby

Long-term opportunity

3.5m warehouse groundworks project

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking a skilled Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to manage post-contract commercial activities on a £3.5m Derby groundworks package. The role combines on-site oversight with remote-friendly elements, offering a permanent or freelance path depending on candidate preference.

You will control costs, prepare CVRs, manage subcontracts, and ensure timely final accounts while coordinating with the project team to deliver on budget and programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within groundworks / civil engineering.
• Experience managing post-contract commercial activities.
• Strong cost control and forecasting skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 valuations and final accounts.
• Liaising with main contractor, client and supply chain.

Skills

Groundworks experience

Quantity Surveying

Excel

Cost control

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

Location - Derby

Freelance Rate - 400 - 420 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.