Quantity Surveyor Construction

Cavendish Professionals

The Role – Quantity Surveyor

My client works within the high-end joinery and interior fit-out market, with a particular focus on bespoke kitchens and luxury residential interiors.

This is a senior commercial role responsible for ensuring the financial and contractual success of high-end joinery and interior fit-out projects.

Key responsibilities include:

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Full commercial management of projects, overseeing budgets, procurement, contracts and risk

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Acting as the strategic link between the commercial/finance function and project delivery teams

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Negotiating, drafting and managing contracts with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

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Monitoring costs during the construction phase, managing valuations, variations and final accounts

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Supporting pre-construction activities including pricing, tenders and bid submissions

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Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and contributing to business growth strategies

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Ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations, standards and contractual obligations

Skills, Experience & Expertise

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Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar, RICS or equivalent preferred

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Proven experience within joinery, interior fit-out, bespoke interiors or specialist subcontracting

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Strong background in forecasting, cost control, reporting and commercial decision-making

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Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts with a solid understanding of contract law

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Confident managing procurement, risk and stakeholder relationships across both B2B and private clients

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Strong analytical, negotiation and strategic thinking skills

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Experience leading or improving commercial processes within a business

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German language skills beneficial but not essential

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience, plus an excellent benefits package including:

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25 days annual leave

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Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times

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Performance-related bonus

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Private healthcare, life insurance and critical illness cover

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Pension contribution

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Cycle to work scheme

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Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

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Employee Assistance Programme and health cash plans

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Regular company socials including Friday drinks, breakfasts, and summer and Christmas events