Quantity Surveyor

Vacancy Summary

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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-£68k basic + competitive package (including car allowance, healthcare, perforamnce bonus, and additional benefits)

Company & Project Overview

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 and North London.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a c£10m new-build project within the Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sector joining in the early stages. This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, backed by comprehensive support for further professional development and chartership.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Desirable Experience

• 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.

Qualifications & Skills

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

Application Process

If you would like more information about this vacancy, please email Jess Quinn.

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