Quantity Surveyor – EV Installation

Job description:
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Role Overview
Responsible for the accurate preparation of pricing and cost documentation, and the management of subcontractor and client requests to ensure the efficient and profitable delivery of projects. This includes valuations, final accounts, and overall cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
1. Business Development & Client Relationships
Support the development of new client relationships and opportunities.
Maintain strong client-facing engagement to generate profitable work streams.
2. Pricing & Tendering
Prepare budget estimates based on development plans and briefing documents.
Price projects using schedules of rates and detailed drawing packages.
Produce tender documentation based on available project information.
Price and programme small works packages.
3. Cost Analysis & Control
Carry out cost analysis for all submitted tenders and pricing packages.
Ensure all pricing submissions are accurate, competitive, and commercially viable.
4. Subcontractor Management
Compile and analyse subcontractor tender returns.
Prepare and issue subcontractor orders.
Assess subcontractor competence and suitability for works.
5. Procurement & Take-Offs
Prepare detailed take-offs, including identification of materials and equipment requirements.
Coordinate with procurement teams for required purchases.
6. Document & Drawing Management
Maintain and distribute accurate drawing registers to relevant stakeholders.
Ensure all parties are working from the latest information.
7. Pre-Construction Coordination
Ensure clear and accurate project briefs are communicated to site teams.
Support processes for design review and buildability (“Can We Build It” assessments).
Attend and contribute to pre-contract and pre-start meetings.
Track and close out actions from meetings.
8. Contract Administration
Ensure Letters of Intent (LOIs), orders, and contracts are in place in a timely manner.
Maintain a risk register for lead-in items and communicate with clients to ensure programme alignment.
9. Change Management & Instructions
Attend site and design team meetings.
Manage drawing revisions and change control processes.
Track instructions, variations, and associated cost implications.
Ensure clients are informed of time and cost impacts of changes.
10. Site Monitoring & Compliance
Monitor site progress and ensure works align with agreed scope.
Support site teams with commercial and contractual matters.
11. Valuations & Payments
Prepare and submit timely valuations in line with agreed schedules.
Liaise with cost consultants/clients to secure approval and payment.
Review and approve payments in line with completed works and agreed variations.
12. Final Accounts
Prepare and agree final accounts promptly following project completion.
Ensure full recovery of project value, including variations and adjustments.
13. Programme & Cost Tracking
Monitor project progress against programme.
Record and manage cost implications of delays or changes.
Ensure all variations are authorised prior to execution.
14. General Support
Provide support across other areas of the business as required.
Undertake additional duties as reasonably required.
Key Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within construction.
Strong knowledge of cost management, tendering, and contract administration.
Experience with subcontractor procurement and management.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Strong commercial awareness and financial control skills.
Experience managing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
IT literate with relevant industry software