Location: Babraham, Cambridge
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Civil Engineering / Groundworks
Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established civil engineering contractor based on a project in Babraham, Cambridge.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial and financial management of civil engineering projects, working closely with the operational team to ensure costs are effectively controlled and projects are delivered within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Manage project costs from initial estimates through to final accounts
Prepare and manage Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
Cost planning, forecasting and reporting
Monitor project expenditure and identify commercial risks
Manage valuations, variations and subcontractor accounts
Work closely with project and site teams to ensure commercial targets are achieved
Produce accurate cost reports and commercial updates
Assist with procurement and subcontractor negotiations
Requirements
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of cost control, cost planning and commercial management
Experience preparing BOQs and cost reports
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider project team
Relevant Quantity Surveying or Construction Management qualification preferred
RICS membership would be advantageous but is not essential
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established civil engineering contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Harry at Fawkes & Reece on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£50000.00 - £65000.00 per year