About Cawarden

Cawarden is a specialist contractor delivering demolition, earthworks, civils, and groundworks projects across the Midlands.

Over the last 5 years our Civil & Groundworks division has grown from £1m to £12m turnover, and we’re now targeting £20m+ with a strong pipeline of secured work and repeat clients.

We’ve recently moved into a brand-new office we built ourselves, and we’re continuing to invest in building a young, ambitious team to support our next phase of growth.

The Role

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to join our growing groundworks and civils division.

This is a hands-on role offering a mix of site, office, and hybrid working, where you’ll be expected to contribute from day one while developing your commercial skills.

You will work closely with the Commercial Director and wider team, gaining exposure across live projects and taking on increasing responsibility as you develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting applications for payment
• Pricing and managing variations
• Supporting valuations and final accounts
• Monitoring project costs and budgets
• Assisting with procurement of subcontractors and materials
• Issuing contractual notices in line with obligations
• Coordinating with site teams and managing documentation

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in groundworks, civils, or a related construction sector
• HNC/HND or working towards / completed a construction-related degree
• Strong numerical and commercial awareness
• Organised, proactive, and willing to take responsibility
• Comfortable working across both site and office environments
• UK driving licence

Who This Role Suits (and Doesn’t Suit)

This role will suit someone who:

• Wants to take ownership early in their career
• Is keen to work in a fast-paced, growing business
• Is comfortable being involved in real project delivery from day one

This role is not suited to someone who:

• Has no experience in groundworks or civils
• Is looking for a purely office-based or low-responsibility role
• Prefers a highly structured corporate environment

What You’ll Get

• Direct mentorship from senior commercial leadership
• Clear progression as the business grows to £20m+
• A flexible hybrid working environment
• A modern, newly built office
• A young, ambitious and supportive team
• Regular team socials including golf days, football, and events

What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months)

• Confidently supporting applications and valuations
• Managing variations with guidance
• Building strong relationships with site teams & clients
• Taking ownership of elements of live projects

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and a short note outlining:

• Your experience in groundworks/civils
• Why you’re interested in joining a growing contractor

Applications without this information may not be considered.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to grow with the business and play a key part in its journey to £20m+ turnover.