Job Description
Quantity Surveyor (Construction)
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial management of construction projects for external clients.
You will report directly to the Commercial Director.
Core Values
* Integrity Acting with honesty and strong ethical standards while fostering positive working relationships.
* Respect & Accountability Trusting colleagues' abilities, taking responsibility for actions, and contributing to team success.
* Pride & Passion Demonstrating commitment and valuing individual contributions.
* Quality Delivering services in line with quality, environmental, and safety standards, and best practice.
* Innovation Embracing new methods of working to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Understand and promote Health & Safety procedures across projects and supply chains
* Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
* Work in accordance with commercial tracking processes
* Manage and delegate tasks to junior team members as required
* Prepare programme-based cost-to-complete forecasts and project budgets
* Advise on procurement strategy
* Prepare subcontract documentation, including bills of quantities
* Review contract conditions and report risks or recommendations
* Procure subcontractors
* Prepare and analyse tender costings
* Manage costs across a variety of projects
* Undertake cost-value analysis and reporting
* Perform risk and value management and cost control
* Identify, analyse and respond to commercial risks
* Produce detailed progress and financial reports
* Price and agree variations with clients
* Value works in progress and agree final accounts
* Provide commercial advice to site teams
* Maintain awareness of current building contracts
* Support senior management with contractual claims
* Note: Duties may be adjusted in line with business and project requirements.
Continuous Improvement
* Identifying issues and proposing effective solutions
* Following and improving quality and safety procedures
* Promoting teamwork across internal and external teams
* Participating in training and professional development
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
General Requirements
* Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
* Work safely in accordance with health and safety regulations
* Communicate clearly and professionally (written and verbal)
* Maintain a professional appearance
* Demonstrate initiative and work with minimal supervision
* Effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Maintain accuracy and attention to detail
* Demonstrate a proactive, flexible, and conscientious approach
* Understand organisational structure, values, and procedures after induction
* Report any visits from external regulatory bodies to management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: Degree in a construction-related discipline or equivalent.
Experience & Skills
Essential:
* 2+ years' Quantity Surveying experience (post‑graduate), or 5+ years without formal qualifications
* Experience in sectors such as commercial, retail, heritage, or education
* Experience acting as a commercial lead on multiple projects
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels
* Willingness to take responsibility for assigned tasks
* Strong analytical and technical data interpretation skills
* Ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Well‑organised, flexible, and proactive approach
* Negotiation skills
* IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable:
* Experience in housing construction
Knowledge & Additional Requirements
* Good knowledge of construction contract law
* Understanding of financial controls and regulatory requirements
* Ability to advise on financial aspects of construction projects
* Working knowledge of various construction contract types
* High level of self‑motivation and commitment to professional development
Additional Requirements
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Willingness to travel regionally and nationally
* Ability to visit construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolding where required
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