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Quantity surveyor

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: Hays Construction and Property
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-18
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 GBP Yearly GBP 85000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Berkshire

Location:

Berkshire (regional projects)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Sector:
Construction | Healthcare, Education & Leisure

The Opportunity

A well-established main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work.

The business operates across healthcare, education, housing, and leisure sectors, delivering projects typically between £3m-£14m. Their work is a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes, predominantly under JCT Design & Build contracts.

They have built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with clients across the South.

This is a key role within the commercial team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and manage them through the full lifecycle within a stable and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management - Take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final account

Cost Control - Manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure financial targets are met Procurement - Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointment

Subcontractor Management - Manage subcontractor accounts, variations, and payments

Valuations - Prepare and manage applications for payment and final accounts

Risk Management - Identify and manage commercial risks across projects

Collaboration - Work closely with site, design, and senior management teams to ensure smooth project delivery

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor
Experience delivering projects in the £3m-£14m range
Background across healthcare, education, or leisure projects (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Ability to manage projects independently
Good communication and negotiation skills
Degree qualified or equivalent (preferred)
Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

£70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance + package
Opportunity to work across a range of projects and sectors
Strong pipeline of secured regional work
Stable business with repeat clients
Clear progression within the commercial team

How to Apply

If you're interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.

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Additional Information / Benefits
£73,000 - £85,000
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