Quantity Surveyor

We're recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a long-established painting and decorating contractor delivering high-quality finishes across London and the UK. Established for over 50 years, the business has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and long‑term client relationships, working alongside major contractors, developers, and end clients across a wide range of sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing commercial team where you'll take ownership of projects from pre‑construction through to final account. The business offers long‑term career progression, a supportive management team, and exposure to a varied portfolio of prestigious projects.

• Manage project costs from tender handover through to final account
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations
• Identify, price, and agree variations
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and accounts
• Monitor project profitability and cost reporting
• Prepare monthly CVRs and commercial forecasts
• Support project teams with contractual and commercial matters
• Work closely with clients, site teams, and senior management to maximise project performance
• Assist in the negotiation and agreement of final accounts

You'll be joining a respected specialist contractor focused on painting, decorating, specialist finishes, fire protection coatings, and refurbishment works. Projects are delivered across sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare & education, hotel & leisure, industrial & rail, and specialist interiors. The business is known for delivering quality‑driven solutions on projects ranging from small refurbishment schemes through to large‑scale framework and new‑build developments.

Their reputation has been built on consistent delivery, technical expertise, and long‑standing client relationships.

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, refurbishment, fit‑out, or specialist subcontracting
• Strong understanding of valuations, variations, cost reporting, and final accounts
• Good commercial awareness and contract administration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Relevant construction qualification beneficial but not essential
• Experience with in painting, decorating, finishes, fit‑out, or specialist subcontracting would be advantageous

• £50,000 – £60,000 basic salary
• Competitive package
• Long‑term career progression opportunities
• Stable, well‑established business with a strong pipeline of work
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects and sectors
• Supportive commercial leadership team

Interested? Apply directly or get in touch.