Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

"Summary

Caddick Civil Engineering is part of the Caddick Group and is currently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience managing pre and post-contract commercial duties for civil engineering projects, particularly infrastructure works [roads and sewers]. The role would be office-based with a need to visit sites regularly. Typically, our projects range from £3m to £20m.

• Reporting to the Commercial Manager you will be responsible for managing the pre and post-contract commercial activities.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and ensuring full compliance with the company's health and safety policies and strategies.
• Ensuring effective communication between site and office personnel in all matters relating to the commercial, contract, and programme delivery of projects.
• Development and settlement of tenders including taking off quantities, material and subcontract enquiries, and pricing of works.
• Commercial management of projects including but not limited to:
  Change Management and Control, Placing of subcontracts and their subsequent management, Valuations / Applications for Payment, Forecasting, Cost Value Reconciliations and performance monitoring, Final Account settlement.
• Supporting the Site Management Team in all matters commercial and contract.
• Show a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism.
• Measurement and Take offs.
• Setting up the pricing document.
• Preparing cost estimates.
• Assessing project risks.
• Preparing subcontractor and supplier enquiries for the buying department.
• Communication / interaction with clients / stakeholders.
• Carry out tender handover meetings with the site teams.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent numeracy and skills in all Microsoft packages.
• Experience and knowledge of estimating packages would be an advantage but not essential.
• Knowledge of construction law and contractual terms.
• Experience in the use of standard terms and conditions NEC & JCT.
• Suitably qualified to degree standard or with extensive experience in the civil engineering contracting sector either currently working for a contractor or subcontractor as a QS or Estimator.
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction particularly in the civil engineering sector and the relevant legislative requirements e.g., Health and Safety, NHBC requirements, and Building Regulations.
• Excellent organisational skills and financial and commercial awareness.
• Effectively manage time to meet deadlines.

• Competitive Compensation And Benefits – We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
• Career Growth – As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A People-Centred Approach – We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.
• Equal Opportunity Employer – Caddick Civil Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.
• Health and Wellbeing – We support colleagues' health and wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme, cancer awareness, etc.
• Birthday Day Off – Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday!
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday.
• Caddick Hub – Exclusive colleague discount programme.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – Enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave.
• Ride To Work Scheme – Tax and NI savings for cycling.
• Pension – Caddick Group contributes 5% to your pension.
• Continuous Professional Development – Learning and development opportunities.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash – Private healthcare scheme.
• Life Assurance – Life insurance covering up to 4x salary.