Kingston Barnes is recruiting on behalf of a leading regional main contractor that delivers a wide range of high-quality building projects across the South West and surrounding areas. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the team.
The Company
Our client is a privately-owned regional contractor with a fantastic reputation for delivering high-quality projects. They undertake diverse and interesting projects ranging from traditional refurbishment projects to complex new build design and build, and everything in between, ranging in value from £1m-£30m.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for managing projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Your duties will include:
Supporting all commercial aspects of the construction process
Selecting and placing orders with sub-contractors for necessary packages of work, liaising with other site team members, and buyer as necessary
Ensuring that the terms agreed with the sub-contractors are robust and that risk and cost effective solutions for the project are provided
Attending regular review and control meetings with the management team, to include financial reports (including the monthly project reviews) in line with company reporting timetable
Promoting company vision, values and a culture of continuous improvement
Communicating with colleagues, customers, consultants and sub-contractors in a warm and persuasive manner, adopting a style suitable for the audience and building a positive working relationship
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor for a main contractor
Track record delivering new build, design & build, and traditional build schemes
Strong commercial acumen and contractual knowledge
Ability to manage multiple projects or a large standalone scheme
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
What’s On Offer
You’ll be joining a values-led contractor where culture, commitment, and craftsmanship are at the heart of everything they do.
Competitive Salary
Up to 10% annual bonus (discretionary, linked to company performance)
27 days holiday plus bank holidays (35 total)
Health Care Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
Enhanced maternity, paternity & family leave
Generous pension scheme & life assurance
Flexible working & wellbeing support
Personal development and progression plan