Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Contract: Government
Location: London, SW1A 2AH, Hybrid (1 or 2 days on site)
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, 6 Months

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management and cost control of projects within a Government contract. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, delivering value for money, and maintaining compliance with contractual and public sector standards.

The successful candidate will contribute to procurement activities, cost planning, and contract administration across a diverse portfolio of project works. Working closely with project managers, finance teams, client representatives, suppliers, and subcontractors, the role will support informed commercial decision-making and effective project delivery.

The position requires attendance across the main sites in London and Milton Keynes, providing site-based commercial support where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for lifecycle and capital projects.
• Monitor project expenditure and support cost reporting and variance analysis.
• Support the administration of CCS contractual processes, including notices, variation orders, and payments.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with contract terms and public sector governance requirements.
• Prepare and issue ITT documents to contractors.
• Collate and review subcontractor purchase orders and implement applications for payment.
• Assist with tendering processes, bid evaluations, contract awards, and the drafting of subcontractor frameworks and call-off order forms.
• Support commercial risk management, change control processes, and stakeholder decision-making through accurate reporting and commercial insight.

Person Specification

• Experience in quantity surveying within projects, facilities management, construction, or infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with CCS or NEC4 contracts and public sector procurement frameworks.
• Understanding of cost management, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Experience working with subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Organised and proactive approach, with the ability to manage tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders.