Role summary
We're recruiting a Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to join a mid-sized subcontractor delivering Groundworks / Civils packages across Yorkshire and the North East. Working closely with site and delivery teams, you'll take ownership of commercial performance across live projects — from valuations and CVRs through to change control and final accounts. This is a full-time, permanent role reporting to the Managing director, with a flexible start date.
Location: (Yorkshire) | Contract: Permanent | Start: Flexible | Salary: Competitive + package
Key responsibilities
* Manage project cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly CVR reporting
* Prepare and agree applications for payment, client valuations and commercial updates
* Lead subcontract procurement: enquiries, comparisons, negotiations and package letting
* Control change / variations (including compensation events where applicable), ensuring timely notices and robust substantiation
* Support project teams with commercial input to programme, productivity, and risk management
* Produce and negotiate final accounts with clients and supply chain
* Complete take-offs, measurement from drawings, BOQs, remeasures and cost build-ups
* Maintain accurate records and ensure contract compliance across JCT (and NEC where used)
What we're looking for
* Proven QS experience within New build and commercial groundworks and civils.
* Good working knowledge of earthworks, roads and sewers, 278 works, drainage including pumping stations, attenuation tanks and 106 connections, plot works including foundations, plot drainage, floor slabs and external works.
* Contract familiarity with JCT (with NEC exposure desirable)
* Strong Excel skills, commercial acumen and confident negotiation
* Comfortable working between site and office; proactive and organised
* Proven background working with main contractors and developers
* Full UK driving licence
What you'll get
* Competitive + package
* Supportive director and practical leadership team
* Varied projects across new build residential and commercial with real commercial ownership
* Long-term, stable workload with a mid-sized subcontractor environment
* Clear progression routes as company grows
How to apply
Send your CV to - with "Groundworks Quantity Surveyor" in the subject. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.
Apply with your CV or call Harry for a confidential chat.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bridlington YO16 4SF