Quantity Surveyor in Ramsgate, Kent

An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in the Ramsgate area.

The business delivers a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects, and this position would suit a Quantity Surveyor with previous experience working within a civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure environment.

Experience across heavy civils, groundworks, earthworks, rail or sea defence projects would be particularly relevant.

Quantity Surveyor – The Role

Working closely with the operational and commercial teams, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparation and submission of applications for payment and variations

• Preparation of monthly Cost Value Reconciliations and cost/value forecasts

• Reviewing site records and documentation to support variations, additional payments and claims

• Procurement and negotiation of subcontractor and material packages

• Commercial management of subcontractors through to final account

• Preparation of forward work schedules and cash flow forecasts

• Ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are issued correctly and on time

• Monitoring payments and working closely with the accounts team

• Providing commercial support to site and contracts management teams

• Working alongside estimating and procurement teams

• Liaising directly with clients on commercial matters and developing strong working relationships

Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

The ideal candidate will have previous Quantity Surveying experience within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure.

You could currently be working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to progress or an established Quantity Surveyor looking for a new long-term opportunity.

Experience within any of the following would be advantageous:

Groundworks | Heavy Civils | Earthworks | Rail | Sea Defence | Infrastructure

You should be commercially aware, comfortable dealing with subcontractors and clients, and confident managing the commercial requirements of projects with support from the wider team.

The Opportunity

This is a permanent position with an established contractor offering long-term career development, ongoing training and the opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects.

Location: Ramsgate, Kent
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Employment: Permanent

To discuss the opportunity in more detail, apply today or contact Alex at One Way on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.