Strategic Quantity Surveyor: Cost, Forecasting & Subcontracts

Littlewood Group; Battle; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Littlewood Group is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager, drive efficiencies, and manage costs and regional performance for clients. You will control financials of the project and oversee commercial and contractual matters, aiming for optimal margin through rigorous commercial acumen.

We are part of the Network Plus Group, the UK's leading fence installation contractor with offices in East Sussex, the Midlands and Wales.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification (RICS or equivalent) is desirable.
• Experience in the Utilities industry preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Ability to prioritise workload under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and logical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting.
• Track progress and cash flow forecast information.
• Prepare subcontract documents and assess quotations.
• Value variations and manage change control processes.
• Attend risk reviews and commercial meetings on-site with the Client.
• Support tendering, pricing, and credit control efforts.

Skills

P&L reporting

Contract management

Subcontract management

Forecasting

Risk management

Cash flow forecasting

Valuation

Education

Degree qualification (RICS or equivalent)

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Littlewood Group is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager, drive efficiencies, and manage costs and regional performance for clients. You will control financials of the project and oversee commercial and contractual matters, aiming for optimal margin through rigorous commercial acumen.

We are part of the Network Plus Group, the UK's leading fence installation contractor with offices in East Sussex, the Midlands and Wales.