Project Quantity Surveyor
£50k to £55k per annum + package
Essex
Our client is seeking an Essex based Project Quantity Surveyor with a proven track record of high-quality delivery on projects ranging from fit out & refurb to new design and build.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will oversee the financial and contractual management of projects, from procurement through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and issue Contract Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cost reports.
Draft and issue contractual notices including delay, Extension of Time (EoT), and Loss and Expense claims.
Lead subcontract procurement: issuing enquiries, evaluating quotations, negotiating terms, and preparing order documentation.
Measure and value works, prepare interim valuations, and agree final accounts.
Manage subcontractor accounts and variations, ensuring all costs are recorded and justified.
Liaise with Contracts Managers, Site Managers, and the Pre-Construction team to ensure commercial alignment.
Prepare cost forecasts, track change control, and monitor project profitability.
Support smaller East of England Co-op fit-out projects, adopting streamlined but robust commercial management.
Maintain accurate records of correspondence, notices, and commercial documentation.
Work proactively with the site team to identify risks, manage change, and drive cost efficiency.Experience required
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment.
Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial management principles.
Experience managing projects in the £1m-£5m range (education, leisure, or similar).
Excellent knowledge of CVRs, EoT and loss & expense procedures.
Proactive, hands-on, and confident in a fast-paced setting.
Strong procurement, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider commercial team.For more information call (phone number removed) or attach your CV