Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
£55,000 – £75,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Bermondsey, London
Join a long-established, privately owned contractor with an 85-year track record delivering high-quality refurbishments, heritage works, and social housing projects across London and the South East. With project values from £500k to £6.5m, this is a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking for autonomy, variety, and real career progression.
The Role – What You’ll Be Doing Based in the Bermondsey head office, you’ll be responsible for managing the commercial performance of multiple live projects. Day-to-day duties include:
Cost management: valuations, variations, budget control, and cost monitoring
Estimating & procurement: tender pricing, reviewing subcontractor quotes, negotiation, and order placement
Contract administration: managing subcontractor accounts, applications, and payments
Commercial reporting: monthly CVRs, forecasting, cashflow and performance updates
Client-facing responsibilities: building strong relationships with local authorities, estate teams, and private clients
Collaboration with project teams: ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, and within budget This position is ideal for an Intermediate QS ready to step up (£55k–£65k), or an established QS ready to progress into a Senior role (£65k–£75k).
About the Contractor – Why Join? This is a stable, reputable business with deep roots in the industry and an excellent reputation for quality workmanship across refurbishment, heritage, and social housing. Directors are hands-on and accessible, creating a culture where you’re trusted, supported, and recognised.
85+ years continuous trading
Long-standing clients including councils, estates, and commercial property owners
Blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern construction techniques
Supportive, close-knit commercial and site teams
Genuine progression opportunities as the business continues to grow Typical project value: £500k–£750k
Largest live project: £6.5m refurbishment (Royal Borough of Greenwich)
What You Need
Proven QS experience with a main contractor
Strong commercial acumen and the ability to maximise profit and control risk
Understanding of estimating, Excel, and financial project controls
Proactive, organised, and confident managing responsibility
Degree / HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar What You’ll Receive
£55,000 – £75,000 salary (DOE)
Performance-based bonus scheme
22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
5% employer pension
Direct access to senior leadership
Opportunities to work across social housing, heritage, and commercial refurbishment
Long-term, secure career within a respected contractor How to Apply Choose the option that suits you best:
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About Me I’m Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment. I specialise in placing commercial, project management, and site professionals across London and the South East. My approach is personal and consultative—my goal is to help you secure a role that genuinely supports your long-term ambitions.
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Whether you’re actively seeking a new opportunity or just exploring your options, feel free to get in touch—I’d love to help you take the next step in your career