Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Construction Division
Location: Leigh, Lancashire (sites across Lancashire & North Manchester)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
A leading construction business is looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in groundworks, civils, and land remediation. The role offers the opportunity to manage the financial aspects of a variety of projects, ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets for groundworks, civils, and land remediation projects.
* Monitor project costs, identifying and addressing discrepancies or potential cost overruns.
* Source and manage suppliers and subcontractors, negotiating terms and ensuring timely delivery.
* Administer contracts, predominantly under JCT, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
* Conduct site visits to assess and value completed work; prepare interim valuations, final accounts, and payment applications.
* Provide regular financial reports to management, highlighting key issues, risks, and recommendations.
* Identify and mitigate potential risks related to cost and schedule.
* Collaborate with project managers, site teams, and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.
* Maintain audit‑ready cost records and reports.
* Work flexibly between home office and site to support delivery, safety, and quality standards.
About You
* Qualified or part‑qualified Quantity Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent, or working towards it) with experience in groundworks and civils.
* Strong knowledge of cost planning, measurement (BOQs), valuations, final accounts, and commercial management.
* Experienced in procurement, subcontract administration, variation/change control, and contract commerciality.
* Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.
* Proficient with cost‑management software and Microsoft Excel.
* Self‑motivated, solutions‑oriented, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
What s on Offer
* Salary: £44,000 per year + car allowance.
* Exposure to a variety of projects across Lancashire & North Manchester, primarily in groundworks, civils, and land remediation.
* Flexible working: mixture of home office and site‑based working.
* Mixture of contract types, JCT being standard.
* Support for professional development, including progression towards chartered status if applicable.
* Work within a collaborative and growing team that prioritises safety, quality, and delivery excellence.
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