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Quantity Surveyor
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The Client
This established civil engineering and groundworks contractor work closely with some of the UK’s most prominent housing developers to support large-scale residential-led strategic sites, offering self-delivery civil engineering, infrastructure, and groundwork solutions that reduce risk and increase on-site efficiency.
The Role
We are seeking a confident and driven Quantity Surveyor with at least 3 years of experience in the groundworks and civil engineering sector. You will play a key role in managing project finances, ensuring value for money, and delivering commercially successful outcomes on residential and commercial groundwork projects across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas.
* Manage day-to-day commercial operations across multiple groundworks and civils projects.
* Prepare and review project budgets, estimates, and cost plans.
* Measure and value works, including take-offs from drawings and site surveys.
* Handle subcontractor procurement, payments, and valuations.
* Monitor variations, prepare change orders, and negotiate final accounts.
* Support contract management and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
* Produce monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations) and commercial reports.
* Work closely with site teams to manage project performance and cost control.
* Attend client and site meetings, providing commercial input as required.
The Requirements
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the groundworks or civils industry.
* Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying
* Solid understanding of civil engineering principles, S278/S38 works, and groundwork packages.
* Strong working knowledge of contracts (JCT/NEC).
* Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other QS-related software.
* Excellent attention to detail, communication, and negotiation skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as needed.
* Experience working with housing developers or large infrastructure projects.
The Benefits
* Competitive salary and car allowance (if applicable)
* Performance-based bonuses
* Opportunities for career progression
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive and team-focused working environmentBefore You Apply
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