Quantity Surveyor

Kenna Recruitment Ltd

Quantity Surveyor

Location: London & South East (Hybrid/Site Based)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits 

An established and growing construction and development contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the residential, education, healthcare, care and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values collaboration, quality and long-term career development.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced project and commercial teams, managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing project costs and budgets to ensure commercial success.
  • Preparing cost plans, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Procuring subcontractors and managing tender processes.
  • Negotiating subcontract agreements and assessing variations.
  • Monitoring project expenditure and producing accurate cost forecasts.
  • Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Administering subcontractor accounts and payments.
  • Working closely with project managers, site teams and clients to achieve successful project delivery.
  • Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
  • A strong understanding of JCT contracts and construction procurement.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge.
  • Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
  • The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
  • A full UK driving licence.
  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).

Experience delivering projects within residential, affordable housing, education, healthcare or commercial construction would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • Company car or car allowance.
  • Performance-related bonus.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Ongoing professional development and training.
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression.
  • The chance to work on a varied portfolio of high-quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative environment.

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