Our client is a well-established Residential Groundworks Contractor specialising in infrastructure civils, earthworks, and plot groundworks. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of groundwork projects across the North East. From procurement through to final account, you'll ensure projects deliver optimum value while maintaining quality and compliance. We're seeking candidates with strong commercial, negotiation, and reporting skills. Proven experience in groundworks, ideally with a residential focus, is highly desirable, along with a proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Manage cash flow and produce commercial reports (CVRs) Oversee subcontractor procurement and monitor performance Control project costs, budgets, and variations Ensure full contractual and commercial compliance Travel between sites and the office as...

Where you fit: As a Junior Quantity Surveyor you will develop the commercial skills needed to support the success of Maple's projects. Working closely with the Commercial Manager and wider delivery team, you will be given real project exposure and structured support to build your cost management, contractual, and financial control expertise. Key Objective: To learn and apply the principles of cost planning, commercial control, and value management on live projects, supporting the Commercial Manager and wider team while developing towards a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor role. Job Challenge: To build the knowledge and confidence to support financial and contractual control across projects, learning how costs are managed within budget, how risks are identified early, and how variations are captured, valued, and agreed. Main tasks: Assist the Commercial Manager and wider commercial team in monitoring the commercial performance of projects. Assist in preparing project cost...

Groundworks Quantity Surveyor ( In-House Housebuilder) We are working with an established and growing housebuilder who are looking to appoint an experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on an in-house basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS with strong residential groundworks experience who wants to move into a client/developer environment and play a key role in the successful delivery of multiple housing developments. The Role Reporting to a Director, you will be responsible for the commercial management of groundworks, infrastructure and associated external works across a portfolio of residential developments. Your responsibilities will include: Managing groundworks and infrastructure packages from procurement through to final account Preparing and reviewing subcontract enquiries and tender returns. Negotiating subcontract packages and securing competitive costs. Producing cost plans, budgets and forecasts....

An excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established infrastructure contractor, supporting a portfolio of civil engineering projects This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to gain exposure to major infrastructure schemes while developing their career within a supportive and growing commercial team. The Role You will support the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, including: Preparing applications for payment, variations, compensation events and final accounts. Producing monthly CVRs, forecasts and commercial reports. Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations and accounts. Supporting change management, risks and opportunities. Working closely with Project and Site Managers. Administering NEC contracts and ensuring contractual compliance. Supporting commercial decision-making across projects. About You Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering and...

JOB TITLE: Quantity Surveyor HOURS: 8:00-5:00pm - 38 hours, Monday-Friday with 3:00pm finish on Friday REPORTS TO: Commercial manager Where you fit: As a Quantity Surveyor you play a vital role in ensuring the commercial success of projects. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager and wider delivery teams, providing cost management, contractual expertise, and financial control across live projects. Key Objective: To deliver accurate cost planning, commercial control, and value management of live projects, supporting the Commercial Manager in protecting margin and mitigating commercial risk. Job Challenge: To maintain tight financial and contractual control across multiple projects, ensuring costs are managed within budget, risks are identified early, and variations are properly captured, valued, and agreed. Main tasks: Support the Commercial Manager in overseeing the commercial performance of projects. Prepare and manage...

Working with the Project Quantity Surveyor, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for supporting the QS in all quantity surveying services. The Assistant QS will assist in the financial management and control of every aspect of the project to maximise commercial results. Excellent opportunities for career progression. Qualifications/Work Experience Required Skills and Attributes Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent professional qualification Proven experience of construction Knowledge of planning and scheduling software (training can be given if required) Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts Knowledge of building and construction techniques Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Excellent communication skills, written and oral Accuracy and attention to detail A methodical approach to work Commercial awareness Teamworking and relationship-building skills Analytical thinking skills Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and...

Our client is a market-leading civil engineering business based in the North West, specialising in infrastructure, groundworks, and associated building services. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. Key role responsibilities Prepare monthly forecasts to confirm that resources deployed are targeted to ensure outputs are efficient and cost-effective. Develop close working relationships with key stakeholders and colleagues around the group, including Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Engineers, Buyers etc, to support the goals of the Intercompany team.Carrying out timely valuations of work completed on site Participating in regular project meetings, constructively challenging the wider project team to continue to be pro-active, efficient and to effectively mitigate risks and maximise opportunities. Ensuring COINS ERP system updated to report on project-progress. Review, alongisde project team...

My client is a well established and very highly regarded civil engineering company, who have a reputation for honesty and reliability. From groundwork and infrastructure to drainage and external works, they support leading housebuilders and developers across the region. Due to continued growth and a strong future projects pipeline, they are currently seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, to work within their experienced commercial team, based in Mansfield. Role Overview: You will support the commercial team in managing all costs related to civil engineering and groundworks packages for residential projects. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of tender submissions and cost estimates Support in preparing and reviewing contract documentation Monitor project budgets and costs throughout the project lifecycle Help manage subcontractor accounts and payments Carry out site measurements and valuations Support in the preparation of monthly cost/value reports Assist...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and reputable groundworks contractor in the East Midlands. The Role Our client is recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with 1 - 2 + years of experience in the groundworks sector. This is a fantastic chance to further develop your QS career within a supportive and fast-paced environment. You'll be involved in a variety of residential groundwork projects, work is primarily office-based, with visits to project sites as needed. Key Responsibilities Managing and reporting project costs and progress Subcontractor procurement and management Valuations and variations Preparing and submitting accurate forecasts and cost reports Supporting commercial strategy and delivery on a variety of groundwork packages Requirements Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline Previous experience, ideally in residential groundworks or civil...

Our client is a specialist sub-contractor that provides a RC frame and groundworks service to Tier 1 contractors in London and Home Counties. Responsibilities: Drive project success by managing costs, ensuring every detail aligns with financial goals. Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, measure completed work, and verify compliance with contractual terms Negotiate contracts with suppliers and sub-contractors Collaborate closely with the project management team to monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints Provide advice on cost-related matters during project planning, execution, and closure phases. Produce regular reports detailing financial performance, identifying variances from the budget, and recommending corrective actions. Requirements Experience working for a specialist sub-contractor / RC frame & Groundworks Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Management role Knowledge of construction...

Nicholas Associates are working with an established client within the groundworks and civil engineering sector to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team. This role will be based in Bedfordshire and will involve work on residential groundworks projects. Our client partners with some of the UK's major housebuilders, delivering large-scale housing and infrastructure projects. With continued growth and a strong project pipeline, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that combines technical expertise with a collaborative and supportive working culture. Roles and Responsibilities: Negotiate terms and conditions of subcontracts. Manage and process payments for specialist subcontracts and key suppliers. Perform the closeout process, ensuring all contract terms are met and payments are verified. Work with the project team to evaluate the impact of budget changes. Review and validate weekly cost monitors, comparing forecasted costs with actual...

We're currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a successful residential groundwork's business. The overall purpose of the role is to work closely with the project delivery teams to protect the commercial and contractual interests of the business, ensuring contracts are delivered in line with their commitments. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Complete prompt monthly applications for payment. Monitor project costs and prepare cost reconciliations in line with valuations. Provide quotations to clients for variations, ensuring that only those that are commercially agreed are completed by the production team. Manage client accounts ensuring that any payment shortfalls are highlighted and dealt with in a timely manner. Complete monthly forecasts with the production team ensuring the successful commercial performance of a project are monitored and maintained throughout the duration of the contract. Procure subcontractor and supplier packages,...