Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location:

London & South East (Hybrid/Site Based)

Salary:
Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

An established and growing construction and development contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the residential, education, healthcare, care and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values collaboration, quality and long-term career development.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced project and commercial teams, managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre‑construction through to final account.

• Managing project costs and budgets to ensure commercial success.
• Preparing cost plans, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Procuring subcontractors and managing tender processes.
• Negotiating subcontract agreements and assessing variations.
• Monitoring project expenditure and producing accurate cost forecasts.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Administering subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Working closely with project managers, site teams and clients to achieve successful project delivery.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• A strong understanding of JCT contracts and construction procurement.
• Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge.
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship‑building skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• A proactive, organised and solutions‑focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).

Experience delivering projects within residential, affordable housing, education, healthcare or commercial construction would be advantageous.

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• The chance to work on a varied portfolio of high‑quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative environment.