Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Kent (Office-based)
Projects: Retail & Office Fit Out
Sites: Across the South of England
Working Pattern: Approx. 90% office-based, with site visits typically once per week
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Car Allowance
Overview
Our client is a well-established fit-out contractor based in Kent, delivering high-quality retail and office fit-out projects across the South of England. They are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor who can take full commercial ownership of projects from inception through to final account.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional who enjoys running their own jobs and working closely with clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities
Quantity Surveying
Full commercial management of multiple fit-out projects from pre-contract to completion
Preparation and management of budgets, cost plans, and cash flows
Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors
Valuation of works, assessment of variations, and change control
Preparation, negotiation, and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts
Cost reporting and forecasting to senior management
Ensuring projects are delivered within agreed commercial targets
Estimating
Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for retail and office fit-out projects
Reviewing drawings, specifications, and client requirements
Producing bills of quantities and take-offs
Liaising with supply chain to obtain competitive pricing
Supporting value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
Project Management Support
Working closely with Project Managers and Site Managers to ensure smooth project delivery
Attending project meetings (office and site-based)
Monitoring progress against programme and commercial milestones
Managing client relationships from a commercial perspective
Identifying and mitigating commercial risks
Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within retail and/or office fit-out
Experience running projects from inception to completion
Strong knowledge of estimating, cost control, and final accounts
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills
Confident communicator with clients and subcontractors
Good IT skills (Excel and commercial software)
Full UK driving licence
Desirable
Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Experience working for a main contractor or fit-out specialist
Knowledge of standard forms of contract
What's on Offer
Stable, office-based role with limited site travel
Exposure to high-quality retail and office fit-out projects
Autonomy to run your own projects end-to-end
Supportive and experienced team environment
Competitive salary and benefits package