Quantity Surveyor - Demolition & Groundworks Projects

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Demolition & Groundworks Projects

Location: Greenwich

About the Company:
The client is a dynamic construction company with an annual turnover of approximately £12M, delivering high-quality projects ranging from £100K to £2M. Their work primarily focuses on demolition, soft strip-outs, and groundworks, with a reputation for working closely with teams and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably.

The Role:
The client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage up to three projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will come from a subcontracting background, accustomed to taking a hands-on approach and contributing beyond the standard Quantity Surveyor role in a fast-paced, practical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and managing cost estimates, budgets, and project forecasts.

• Monitoring project costs and maintaining financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

• Conducting tendering processes, including subcontractor and supplier management.

• Managing contracts and variations, ensuring compliance with agreements and client requirements.

• Collaborating closely with site teams, providing support across demolition, soft strip-out, and groundworks projects.

• Assisting with project planning, scheduling, and reporting as required.

• Providing commercial input to projects, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally in demolition, strip-out, or groundworks projects.

• Experience estimating and managing projects ranging from £100K to £2M.

• Comfortable in a hands-on environment with a get stuck in attitude.

• Strong commercial awareness and contract management skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desirable Attributes:

• Background in subcontracting or smaller-scale construction businesses, with practical on-site experience.

• Familiarity with JCT, NEC, or other standard construction contracts.

What the Company Offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Career growth within a £12M turnover construction business.