Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist groundworks subcontractor delivering projects across the region.

This position would suit a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with a strong background working for subcontractors within the groundworks sector, who is confident taking ownership of projects and working closely with operational teams on live sites.

The Role

You will play a key role in the commercial delivery of multiple groundworks schemes, supporting project teams from initial site mobilisation through to final account.

Key duties will include:

• Taking the commercial lead on groundworks projects, ensuring financial performance is controlled and delivered in line with expectations
• Managing and administering variations, including pricing, negotiation, and agreement with clients
• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations, ensuring timely certification and cash flow management
• Producing monthly CVRs, analysing project performance and reporting back to senior management
• Working closely with site teams to monitor costs, manage risk, and drive commercial efficiency across projects

About You

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a specialist groundworks subcontractor environment
• Strong understanding of commercial processes on civils/groundworks projects
• Confident managing variations, valuations, and full commercial reporting cycles
• Able to work independently while supporting wider project delivery teams
• Commercially aware, organised, and proactive in approach

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £40,000 and £65,000 depending on experience
• Competitive package
• Long‑term opportunity within a stable and growing subcontractor
• Full‑time, office‑based role in Newport, East Yorkshire

If you’re looking for a role where you can take real ownership and play a key part in the commercial success of projects, this is a strong opportunity to progress your career within a specialist contractor environment.