Quantity Surveyor

Our client is a growing London-based refurbishment and retrofit contractor delivering safe, sustainable and high-quality projects. They place strong emphasis on excellent service for clients and stakeholders and specialise in commercial, residential, education and leisure refurbishments. Projects are delivered across traditional and design-and-build contracts, with values ranging from £250k to £10m+.
With new ventures and planned business expansion over the next year, this is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and fast-growing organisation.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team and play a key role in the financial management of refurbishment and retrofit projects. Working closely with project and leadership teams, the successful candidate will support the delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring commercial control and value are maintained throughout.

Key Responsibilities
•    Support the pre-construction process, including cost planning, tender analysis and contract negotiations
•    Manage project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting
•    Prepare and agree subcontractor packages and manage subcontractor accounts
•    Monitor and manage variations, change control and risk
•    Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
•    Work closely with project and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved
•    Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships

Key Skills & Experience
•    Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline
•    Minimum 5–6 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveyor or similar role
•    Experience working on refurbishment and retrofit projects preferred
•    Strong understanding of traditional and design-and-build contracts
•    Excellent written, numerical and communication skills
•    Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

Person Specification
•    Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks end-to-end
•    Strong understanding of the construction sector
•    Confident using commercial and cost management systems
•    Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative, consultative approach
•    Ability to build long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
•    Detail-oriented team player with a positive and solutions-focused mindset

Package
In return, our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package, including a bonus scheme.