Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: London
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Your new company
A fast-growing, main contractor known for delivering high quality façade remediation projects across the education, residential, commercial and healthcare sectors. Their strong reputation for professionalism, reliability and technical expertise is reflected in an impressive repeat business rate of over 80%, signalling robust client trust. They offer Quantity Surveyors exposure to diverse, complex projects ranging from £1m to £30m, supported by experienced teams skilled in multiple contract forms.
Your new role
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing project finances, controlling budgets and margins, and producing accurate CVR and cost reports. They lead procurement, appoint and administer subcontractors, and manage material and plant orders. The role includes assessing and mitigating contractual risks, negotiating variations, and valuing works for client invoicing and subcontractor payments. They support the safe, timely and high‑quality delivery of projects while maintaining strong client relationships. The Quantity Surveyor also mentors Assistant Quantity Surveyors and works collaboratively with operational teams to ensure commercial success. In addition, they ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, company procedures, financial controls and governance standards.
What you'll need to succeed
Ideal candidates will be degree qualified, have 8-10 years' experience with a similar contractor procuring cladding packages and bring experience managing multiple concurrent projects, with strong knowledge of construction methods, practices and contractual processes. They must be capable of preparing financial reports such as CVRs or cost reports, and be confident in measuring, valuing and administering work. Experience working with subcontractors, procurement activities and commercial risk management is essential, along with a solid understanding of construction contracts and project‑based financial control.
What you'll get in return
The role is office based (London Waterloo) and paying up to £65000 + package.
What you need to do now
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