Quantity Surveyor

Kenna Recruitment Ltd

Quantity Surveyor

Location: London & South East (Hybrid/Site Based)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

An established and growing construction and development contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the residential, education, healthcare, care and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values collaboration, quality and long-term career development.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced project and commercial teams, managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account.

Key responsibilities include:

* Managing project costs and budgets to ensure commercial success.

* Preparing cost plans, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.

* Procuring subcontractors and managing tender processes.

* Negotiating subcontract agreements and assessing variations.

* Monitoring project expenditure and producing accurate cost forecasts.

* Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.

* Administering subcontractor accounts and payments.

* Working closely with project managers, site teams and clients to achieve successful project delivery.

* Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.

* A strong understanding of JCT contracts and construction procurement.

* Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge.

* Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.

* The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

* A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.

* A full UK driving licence.

* A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred).

Experience delivering projects within residential, affordable housing, education, healthcare or commercial construction would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary.

* Company car or car allowance.

* Performance-related bonus.

* Pension scheme.

* Private healthcare.

* Ongoing professional development and training.

* Genuine opportunities for career progression.

* The chance to work on a varied portfolio of high-quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative environment