Quantity Surveyor
Job Summary
Position Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: London UK (Onsite)
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
Compensation: Competitive package (based on experience)
Role Overview
Our client is a well-established construction company seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and financial aspects of construction projects. The successful candidate will oversee cost planning procurement contract administration valuations and project financial performance while ensuring projects are delivered within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare cost estimates budgets and financial forecasts for construction projects.
- Manage project costs valuations variations and payment applications.
- Prepare and review tenders quotations and subcontractor packages.
- Support procurement and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Monitor project expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Administer contracts and manage commercial risks and variations.
- Prepare regular cost and commercial reports for project management.
- Review project progress against budgets forecasts and agreed timelines.
- Maintain accurate commercial documentation and records.
- Liaise with clients consultants contractors and subcontractors.
- Ensure compliance with contractual commercial and company requirements.
Required Experience & Skills
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant Quantity Surveying experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts cost management and procurement.
- Experience managing valuations variations tenders and subcontractor accounts.
- Strong numerical analytical and commercial skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant cost management software.
- Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines.
Good to Have
- Chartered membership or working towards RICS qualification.
- Experience with NEC JCT or other UK construction contracts.
- Experience working on commercial residential infrastructure or major construction projects.
- Knowledge of UK construction regulations and commercial practices.
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