Groundworks Quantity Surveyor

Employer: Building Careers UK

Location: Cheshire

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: Full time

Posted: 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor - Residential Groundworks Location - Cheshire Salary - 45,000 - 60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Job Type - Permanent About the Company Our client is an established specialist contractor operating within the residential groundworks and civil engineering sector, delivering groundworks packages for housing developments and residential construction projects. Working alongside housebuilders, developers and construction partners, the business provides essential groundwork services to support the delivery of new homes and associated infrastructure. Due to continued growth and an active workload, they are looking to recruit a motivated and commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a hungry, ambitious Quantity Surveyor with a degree in Quantity Surveying who is keen to build their career within residential groundworks. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will support the financial management of housing groundworks projects, helping to control costs, manage subcontractors, monitor project performance and maximise commercial returns. The business is looking for someone with the right attitude, drive and commercial awareness, who is eager to learn, take responsibility and progress within a specialist construction environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with the commercial management of residential groundworks packages across housing developments. Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and financial performance. Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment. Manage subcontractor procurement, enquiries, quotations and package appointments. Measure and value completed works against drawings, specifications and contract requirements. Identify, value and manage variations, additional works and changes to project scope. Assist with the preparation of cost reports and cash-flow forecasts. Support the ne

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