Quantity Surveyor

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Job Type: Permanent
Job Ref: #1435
Location: Hertfordshire (Office and site-based across the local area)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £60k-£65k basic + competitive package (including company car or car allowance, healthcare, bonus, and additional benefits)

An established, highly profitable Tier 1 Main Contractor with a robust long-term pipeline is expanding its commercial team following a series of significant project wins across Hertfordshire.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a c£20m new-build project within the Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sector. This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, backed by comprehensive support for further professional development and chartership.

The successful candidate will oversee all day-to-day commercial functions through 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery, including:

• Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Placing subcontract orders, managing accounts, and overseeing 2nd stage procurement.
• Commercial Control: Carrying out accurate measurements, valuations, applications for payment, and account reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting: Assisting in the production and management of detailed Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.
• Contractual Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to all project and contractual requirements throughout the build lifecycle.

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT Design & Build (D&B) contracts.
• Proven negotiation skills and a strong background in subcontractor procurement.
• Relevant Previous Roles: Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Assistant Commercial Manager, or Project Surveyor.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (or NVQ Level 6 equivalent / higher).

To discuss this Quantity Surveyor opportunity, or to explore other commercial roles within the region, please submit your CV to Jess Quinn. All applications will be reviewed promptly, and suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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