Quantity Surveyor (Landscaping & Civils)

Job description

About

Location: Melton Mowbray (Hybrid)(2 days office/3 home)

Sector: Landscaping & Civils

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary : 70k - 80k

Our client is an award-winning landscaping and grounds maintenance specialist delivering exceptional projects across the UK. With an excellent reputation built on trust, craftsmanship and long-standing partnerships, they work with a diverse portfolio of clients including local authorities, royal parks, commercial developers, schools, universities, and high-end luxury developers. They are now seeking a talented and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial ownership of multiple live projects, providing vital support to operations teams and ensuring strong financial performance across all stages. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all contractual and commercial aspects across a range of live projects
• Supporting operations throughout pre-construction, delivery, and project close-out
• Experience of JCT and NEC Forms of Contract.
• Managing change control, including variations and add/omit schedules
• Preparing, negotiating, and agreeing final accounts with clients
• Ensuring timely payment and resolving application queries promptly
• Monitoring project costs and implementing cost-mitigation strategies
• Attending pre-order and client meetings as required
• Working closely with delivery teams to ensure budgets and profit margins are achieved
• Accurately recording and valuing variations for monthly applications for payment

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role (landscaping or construction sectors preferred)
• A relevant Diploma, Degree or Higher Education qualification is advantageous but not essential
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel

What We're Looking For:

• Highly motivated and committed to building a long-term career within the company
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, reliable, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for tasks

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company car allowance
• Membership to the employer's pension scheme
• Opportunity to grow within a trusted, well-established contractor
• Supportive working environment with long-standing industry relationships

Contact David@ PPM Recruitment on 0121 450 8950

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