Quantity Surveyor – Construction

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Location: South West / Midlands

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity with an established and forward-thinking construction contractor?

We are working with a highly respected regional construction business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the South West and Midlands. With a diverse portfolio spanning sectors including education, healthcare, residential, commercial and leisure, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with an ambitious and commercially focused Quantity Surveyor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor who wants to take ownership of projects, develop their commercial expertise and work within a collaborative, people-focused environment.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of allocated construction projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully in line with agreed budgets, programmes and commercial objectives.

You will work closely with the project delivery team, clients, subcontractors and suppliers, providing strong commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the commercial management of allocated construction projects.
• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow.
• Prepare and maintain accurate CVRs, cost reports and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Procure and manage subcontractor packages, ensuring robust orders are placed in a timely manner.
• Review subcontractor applications, payments and final accounts.
• Manage valuations, variations, compensation events and contractual correspondence.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify potential commercial risks and opportunities.
• Carry out regular measurement and valuation of works completed.
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure projects remain commercially controlled.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings.
• Assist with pre-construction and tender activities where required.
• Ensure contractual and commercial procedures are followed throughout the project.
• Support the successful completion and agreement of final accounts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial processes and best practice.