Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
CV-LibraryNottingham, NottinghamshirepermanentPosted: 30 April 2026
Apply NowQuantity Surveyor
Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 + package
We are working with a highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable and expanding business delivering projects across the UK.
The Role
You will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from early-stage cost planning through to final account. This is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage project costs from pre-construction through to completion
* Prepare valuations, cost reports, and forecasts
* Administer subcontractor accounts, including payments and variations
* Support tendering and pricing activities where required
* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
* Monitor project performance and report on financial position
* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
* Assist in negotiating and agreeing final accounts
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or civil engineering
* Strong commercial awareness and cost control expertise
* Experience managing projects through full lifecycle
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills
* Relevant qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar preferred)
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with attractive package
* Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects
* Stable, well-established business with strong growth
* Clear progression opportunities within the commercial team
Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 + package
We are working with a highly regarded civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable and expanding business delivering projects across the UK.
The Role
You will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from early-stage cost planning through to final account. This is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage project costs from pre-construction through to completion
* Prepare valuations, cost reports, and forecasts
* Administer subcontractor accounts, including payments and variations
* Support tendering and pricing activities where required
* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
* Monitor project performance and report on financial position
* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
* Assist in negotiating and agreeing final accounts
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or civil engineering
* Strong commercial awareness and cost control expertise
* Experience managing projects through full lifecycle
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills
* Relevant qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar preferred)
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with attractive package
* Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects
* Stable, well-established business with strong growth
* Clear progression opportunities within the commercial team