A long-established Cambridge contractor delivering high-spec laboratories and commercial workspaces for science-focused clients is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with strong estimating experience. You will lead cost planning and commercial management across laboratory and workspace fit-out projects, combining hands-on estimating with full lifecycle quantity surveying. The role involves early budget development, tender preparation, subcontractor engagement, cost control, valuations and final accounts. Close collaboration with project managers, site teams and clients is central to the position. Prepare BOQs, pricing schedules and subcontractor packages. Manage budgets, forecasts, valuations and commercial reporting. Administer contracts, variations and final accounts. Engage with a trusted local supply chain to secure value and programme certainty. Support client communication with clear, transparent commercial updates. Experience Required: Strong background as an Estimator or Estimator/QS hybrid. Strong communication skills and commercial awareness. Knowledge of laboratory or technically complex projects is advantageous. Involvement across the full project lifecycle. High-impact work shaping specialist labs and workspaces. A close-knit, agile team with deep regional expertise. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk