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Quantity Surveyor
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This established and growing contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across Central London and the UK. The business has achieved consistent growth through its commitment to commercial excellence, successful project delivery, and the development of long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners. With a collaborative management team and a proven track record of delivering complex projects safely, on programme, and within budget, the company continues to secure repeat business and expand its project portfolio across multiple sectors. While maintaining ambitious growth plans, it remains committed to investing in its people, creating clear career progression opportunities, and a positive working culture.
Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of construction projects from post-contract stage through to final account. Working closely with the Project Manager and Director, you will help ensure projects are procured effectively, commercially controlled, delivered within budget, and managed in line with contractual obligations. Your duties will include:
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- Preparing and managing subcontract packages
- Reviewing tender returns
- Identifying value engineering opportunities
- Negotiating subcontract terms
- Monitoring project budgets
- Producing CVRs
- Managing valuations and payment processes
- Supporting variations
- Assisting with final account settlement
You will also undertake regular site visits, attend site meetings, liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and consultants, and provide commercial support to help resolve project-related issues.
What you'll need to succeed
You will have 3 years + previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, with strong commercial knowledge across procurement, subcontractor management, cost planning, valuations, variations, and final accounts. You should be confident in:
- Preparing tender comparison schedules
- Managing budgets and forecasts
- Supporting contractual change
- Maintaining accurate commercial records throughout the project life cycle
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You will also need to be comfortable working closely with project teams, directors, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants, with the ability to visit sites regularly and provide hands-on commercial support as projects progress.
What you'll get in return
- Salary between £45K - £70K + package and car/travel allowance
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