Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: DOE + Benefits THE OPPORTUNITY CPXR is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Maidstone, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with experience in civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure or construction who is looking for a role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to develop their career within a growing contractor. The role will involve managing the commercial aspects of civil engineering and groundworks projects, including cost control, valuations, variations, subcontractor management, forecasting and final accounts. The company offers a strong project pipeline, a supportive working environment and opportunities for career progression and professional development. THE ROLE * Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of civil engineering and groundworks projects * Preparing and submitting valuations, applications for payment and final accounts * Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts to ensure commercial performance * Managing subcontractor accounts, payments, variations and valuations * Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations and additional works * Supporting project teams with commercial advice and cost management * Preparing monthly cost/value reports and providing accurate financial forecasts * Reviewing contracts, drawings, specifications and project documentation * Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers THE IDEAL CANDIDATE * Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor * Background in civil engineering, groundworks, utilities, infrastructure or construction * Experience of cost control, valuations, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts * Good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes * Strong commercial, analytical and organisational skills * Confident communicating with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams * Proficient with Microsoft Excel and relevant commercial/construction software * Relevant construction or quantity surveying qualification is desirable Candidates from civil engineering, groundwork, highways, utilities or infrastructure backgrounds will also be considered. SALARY & BENEFITS * Salary: DOE * Competitive benefits package * Established civil engineering and groundworks contractor * Ongoing project pipeline * Training and career progression * Supportive working environment APPLY If you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor opportunity in Maidstone, apply today or contact Lilly at CPXR for a confidential conversation. Relevant job titles: Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Estimator