Groundworks Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager – Civil Engineering & Groundworks

Location:

Chorley, Lancashire (Projects Across the North West)

Salary/Package: £45,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company
Our client is a well-established and reputable civil engineering contractor operating throughout the North West of England. Since their formation in 2009, they have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality civil engineering and groundworks projects ranging in value from £300,000 to £3 million. Working in partnership with leading principal contractors, the business has developed a substantial portfolio of repeat clients through its commitment to collaboration, reliability, commercial integrity, and consistently high standards of quality and project delivery.

The Role:

As Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Commercial Responsibilities
  • Managing projects from pre-contract stage through to final account
  • Preparing, negotiating, and administering subcontract agreements
  • Procuring and managing subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle
  • Preparing and submitting interim valuations and applications for payment
  • Managing variations and implementing change control procedures
  • Producing cost forecasts, monthly reports, and commercial performance reviews
  • Managing project budgets and maintaining margin control
  • Preparing and agreeing final accounts with clients and subcontractors
  • Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Project Management Responsibilities
  • Taking overall responsibility for project delivery from award through to completion
  • Planning and programming works alongside site management teams
  • Coordinating with principal contractors, clients, and key project stakeholders
  • Monitoring progress against programme and proactively managing delays
  • Managing resources, procurement schedules, and subcontractor performance
  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
  • Maintaining quality standards and driving successful project outcomes
  • Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships

Essential

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering and groundworks sector
• Experience managing projects valued between £300,000 and £3 million
• Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Membership of, or working towards, RICS or an equivalent professional body
• Previous project management responsibility alongside commercial duties

• Competitive basic salary of £45,000 - £65,000
• Car Allowance
• Performance-Related Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training
• Long-Term Career Progression Opportunities
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing civil engineering contractor
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of civil engineering and groundworks projects across the North West
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.