Reporting to the Operations Director, the Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in ensuring the financial success and contractual compliance of the company's projects. You'll take ownership of cost management, procurement, valuations, and commercial reporting – helping safeguard project margins and ensuring all works are delivered within agreed budgets and contracts.
You'll collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and senior stakeholders to align commercial outcomes with operational delivery, supporting high-quality, profitable project execution.
What You'll Do
* Prepare, monitor, and control project budgets from tender through to completion.
* Conduct monthly cost/value reconciliations and produce accurate cashflow forecasts.
* Manage subcontracts and supply agreements, including drafting, negotiation, and ongoing administration.
* Assess quotations and applications for payment, ensuring compliance, value for money, and timely recovery of payments.
* Provide financial reports to the Operations Director, identifying risks, opportunities, and cost‑saving measures.
* Review and interpret client contracts, managing risks and supporting claims or dispute resolution when required.
* Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve commercial matters and ensure project success.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within M&E, construction, or energy infrastructure sectors – ideally experience with Heat Networks.
* Strong understanding of standard construction contracts (JCT, NEC, or equivalent).
* Demonstrated expertise in procurement, cost management, and contract administration.
* Excellent numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in Excel and cost management software.
* Effective communicator with the ability to engage confidently across all levels.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and innovative organisation at the forefront of sustainable energy and heat network delivery. You'll play a vital role in shaping the commercial success of large‑scale, high‑profile projects across the UK.
About the Company
A leading UK provider of smart energy and heat network solutions is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing delivery team. This forward‑thinking business, built on engineering expertise and innovation, is entering an exciting new phase of expansion following the merger of several specialist companies.
With a strong reputation for excellence and over 20 years of project success across major UK developments, the company is now seeking a commercially focused professional to support its continued growth and operational performance.
Elastic Ltd – Nationwide Salary: £58,590 per year (estimated)
Position: Full time
Location: Kingston upon Thames – Competitive Salary & Benefits (Office-based in South West London or South Coast)
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