Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor | Sevenoaks, Kent | £55,000 - £70,000 + Package The Opportunity

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can truly influence the bottom line? Stafford Lawrence Limited is pleased to be working with a growing, independent Main Contractor in Sevenoaks to find a commercially astute QS for their Kent-based projects.

This is a key hire for a business that has successfully carved out a niche in high-end residential and commercial refurbishments. They need a safe pair of hands to manage the commercial lifecycle of projects from procurement through to final accounts.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will have full commercial autonomy over your projects. This is a role for someone who enjoys being 'at the coalface' of construction, managing costs in real-time rather than just reporting on them months later.

• Subcontractor Management: Leading procurement and managing packages with a firm but fair approach.

• Commercial Control: Handling valuations, variations, and ensuring robust cash flow management.

• Contractual Knowledge: Applying JCT suite experience to protect the company’s interests and margins.

• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working closely with Site Managers to ensure project delivery aligns with financial targets.

We are looking for a Commercial Engine—someone who understands the nuances of working within an SME environment where speed and accuracy are paramount.

• Experience: Proven track record as a QS within a UK Main Contractor or specialist subcontractor.

• Skillset: Strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of construction cost management.

• Location: Based within a commutable distance of Sevenoaks (perfect for those looking to ditch the London commute).

• Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who doesn't wait to be told what to do.

You’ll benefit from a direct line to the business owner, a competitive salary, and a local Kent-based workload.

• Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 Dependent on experience

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including Pension, Healthcare, and a local Kent-based workload that allows for a genuine work-life balance.

• Holiday allowance - 25 days