Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
Groundworks & Civil Engineering Contractor North West
Location: North West
Projects: New-build housing developments Up to 10m
Engagement: Long-term Freelance initially, with Permanent opportunity
Start: ASAP
We are working with an established groundworks civil engineering contractor specialising in new-build housing developments across the North West.
Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, they are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to head up their commercial function.
This is a key appointment for the business, with responsibility for managing the commercial and estimating function across a range of residential groundworks and civil engineering projects.
The Role
You will take ownership of the commercial side of the business, working closely with the Directors, operational teams and clients from tender stage through to final account.
Projects typically include:
New-build housing developments
Groundworks and infrastructure
Roads and drainage
Section 278 / 38 works
Sewers and utilities
Plot works and foundations
External works and infrastructure
Projects ranging in value up to 10m
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the commercial function
Prepare and review tenders, estimates and budgets
Manage subcontractor procurement and packages
Cost planning and forecasting
Prepare valuations, applications and payment assessments
Manage variations, change control and commercial risk
Cost reporting and project forecasting
Subcontractor account management
Client and main contractor liaison
Prepare and agree final accounts
Identify opportunities to improve margins and commercial performance
Work closely with the Directors to support the company's continued growth
About You
We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering, ideally gained within the new-build housing sector.
You should have a good understanding of:
Residential groundworks
Plots, roads and sewers
Infrastructure and drainage
Civil engineering packages
Estimating and tendering
Subcontract procurement
Commercial management and cost control
This would suit someone who is currently operating at Senior QS / Commercial Manager level, or an experienced QS/Estimator looking for the opportunity to take ownership of a commercial department within a growing contractor.
Why Join?
Immediate start available
Long-term freelance opportunity
Permanent position available for the right person
Opportunity to head up and develop the commercial function
Direct involvement with the company Directors
Strong pipeline of North West residential projects
Projects up to 10m
Opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued growth
If you're an experienced QS/Estimator from a groundworks, civil engineering or residential infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to speak with you.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.
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