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 budgetIdentifying 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
- 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.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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