Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor - Berkshire Salary: £40,000 - £55,000  Car Allowance

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Berkshire Sectors:
Education | Commercial | Leisure | Healthcare Project Type:
New Build & Refurbishment (Typically £1m-£10m) About the Role We are working with a well-established regional contractor to appoint an intermediate-level Quantity Surveyor or someone looking to take the next step in their career. This opportunity will see you working across a range of new build and refurbishment projects, typically valued between £1m and £10m, supporting both preconstruction and delivery teams.

The role offers excellent exposure across the full project lifecycle, making it ideal for someone keen to develop their commercial skills within a supportive and growing environment.

Key Responsibilities Commercial Management Assist with managing project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasts Support the procurement of subcontract packages Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts Monitor project costs and ensure financial targets are achieved Procurement & Packages Manage subcontractor packages from tender through to final account Support negotiations and ensure best value is achieved across the supply chain Work closely with site teams to track progress and manage costs Preconstruction Support Assist with tender processes, including pricing and cost planning Support preparation of estimates and subcontract enquiries Contribute to buildability and value engineering discussions Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and senior commercial staff Build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers Maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders What We're Looking For Experience as an Assistant or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor Exposure to new build and refurbishment projects Strong understanding of subcontractor packages and cost management Eagerness to learn and progress within a commercial role Good communication and organisational skills Some knowledge of JCT contracts preferred Relevant qualification (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or similar Salary & Benefits £40,000 - £57,000 (DOE) Car allowance Pension scheme Strong progression opportunities Exposure to a variety of project types and sectors Supportive team environment and structured development

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