Senior Quantity Surveyor – Residential Groundworks Lead (NW)

Nicholas Associates; Ringway; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Full benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial performance of residential groundworks projects in the North West. You will manage cost control, valuations, CVRs, forecasts, final accounts and subcontractor payments on multiple sites.

The role requires at least 5 years in Quantity Surveying with a strong civil grounding, degree in QS or equivalent, and excellent negotiation and reporting skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong background in residential infrastructure and groundwork packages.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects or large-scale developments.
• Excellent negotiation, reporting, and commercial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle across a portfolio of residential groundworks projects.
• Prepare valuations, CVRs, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, management, and payment.
• Provide commercial advice and ensure compliance with contracts
• Monitor and report on project budgets, cost variations, and risk.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Negotiation

Reporting

Commercial management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Nicholas Associates is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial performance of residential groundworks projects in the North West. You will manage cost control, valuations, CVRs, forecasts, final accounts and subcontractor payments on multiple sites.

The role requires at least 5 years in Quantity Surveying with a strong civil grounding, degree in QS or equivalent, and excellent negotiation and reporting skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are on offer.