Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

Role Overview

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial management of construction projects for external clients.

You will report directly to the Commercial Director.

Core Values

The organisation places strong emphasis on recruiting individuals who align with its core values:

Integrity
Acting with honesty and strong ethical standards while fostering positive working relationships.

Respect & Accountability
Trusting colleagues’ abilities, taking responsibility for actions, and contributing to team success.

Pride & Passion
Demonstrating commitment and valuing individual contributions.

Quality
Delivering services in line with quality, environmental, and safety standards, and best practice.

Innovation
Embracing new methods of working to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Understand and promote Health & Safety procedures across projects and supply chains

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Work in accordance with commercial tracking processes

Manage and delegate tasks to junior team members as required

Commercial & Project Duties:

Prepare programme-based cost-to-complete forecasts and project budgets

Advise on procurement strategy

Prepare subcontract documentation, including bills of quantities

Review contract conditions and report risks or recommendations

Procure subcontractors

Prepare and analyse tender costings

Manage costs across a variety of projects

Undertake cost-value analysis and reporting

Perform risk and value management and cost control

Identify, analyse, and respond to commercial risks

Produce detailed progress and financial reports

Price and agree variations with clients

Value works in progress and agree final accounts

Provide commercial advice to site teams

Maintain awareness of current building contracts

Support senior management with contractual claims

Note: Duties may be adjusted in line with business and project requirements.

Continuous Improvement

You will contribute to business performance and development by:

Identifying issues and proposing effective solutions

Following and improving quality and safety procedures

Promoting teamwork across internal and external teams

Participating in training and professional development

Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

General Requirements

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

Work safely in accordance with health and safety regulations

Communicate clearly and professionally (written and verbal)

Maintain a professional appearance

Demonstrate initiative and work with minimal supervision

Effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Maintain accuracy and attention to detail

Demonstrate a proactive, flexible, and conscientious approach

Understand organisational structure, values, and procedures after induction

Report any visits from external regulatory bodies to management

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

Degree in a construction-related discipline or equivalent

Experience & Skills

Essential:

2+ years’ Quantity Surveying experience (post-graduate), or 5+ years without formal qualifications

Experience in sectors such as commercial, retail, heritage, or education

Experience acting as a commercial lead on multiple projects

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Willingness to take responsibility for assigned tasks

Strong analytical and technical data interpretation skills

Ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Well-organised, flexible, and proactive approach

Negotiation skills

IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desirable:

Experience in housing construction

Knowledge & Additional Requirements

Good knowledge of construction contract law

Understanding of financial controls and regulatory requirements

Ability to advise on financial aspects of construction projects

Working knowledge of various construction contract types

High level of self-motivation and commitment to professional development

Additional Requirements:

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Willingness to travel regionally and nationally

Ability to visit construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolding where required