Quantity Surveyor

Skilled Careers

Quantity Surveyor

London

£50,000 – £65,000

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction team based in London. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing project costs, maximising value, and ensuring effective financial control throughout the lifecycle of high-quality construction projects.

This Quantity Surveyor will be working closely with project, design, and delivery teams, you will help drive commercial success while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Monitor and manage project expenditure, ensuring accurate forecasting and financial reporting.
• Procure subcontractor packages, evaluate tenders, and provide recommendations.
• Produce tender lists, tender analysis, and tender reports.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Project Directors, and Design Managers to develop detailed scopes of work.
• Manage subcontractor packages and associated commercial activities.
• Prepare contracts, subcontract applications, payment notices, and valuations.
• Resolve commercial issues with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with project and site teams to support successful project delivery.
• Provide commercial guidance and support across the wider project team.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial, financial, and operational performance.

About You

You will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role, gained within a main contractor, client-side, or subcontractor environment.

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of JCT and/or NEC contract forms.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Sound technical knowledge of construction methods and practices.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage your workload.
• Demonstrates accountability, initiative, and a commitment to professional development.
• Proactive approach to identifying efficiencies and improving commercial outcomes.

If you do not meet every requirement but believe you have the skills and ambition to succeed in the role, applications are encouraged.

Location

The role is based in London, with a combination of office and site-based working across a range of construction projects within the city.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• 30 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Profit Share Scheme
• Structured Induction Programme
• Ongoing Training and Mentoring
• Clear Career Development Opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Volunteering Initiatives and Team Events
• Collaborative and Supportive Working Environment

This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Main Contractor.