Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor
Location: South East England (Nationwide Projects) | Hybrid
Sector: Main Contractor | Construction
Industry: Building and construction
Rate: £400 – £500 per day (Ltd Company)
Start Date: Immediate

Our client is a well-established main contractor operating nationwide, with a strong presence across the South East. Due to an increase in project workload, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a contract basis with an immediate start available.

This role requires a commercially strong QS with broad construction knowledge and experience across demolition and civil engineering packages.

The Role

The Quantity Surveyor will take responsibility for the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, ensuring financial control and contractual compliance throughout.

You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Full commercial management of projects under Design & Build contracts

Managing demolition and civil engineering packages

Subcontract procurement and package management

Preparing and submitting valuations and applications for payment

Managing variations and change control

Cost forecasting and CVR reporting

Assessing subcontractor applications and payments

Supporting final account negotiations

Ensuring contractual compliance and risk management

Requirements

Proven experience working for a main contractor

Strong knowledge and practical experience administering Design & Build contracts

Demonstrable experience within demolition and civils packages

Broad construction background with strong commercial awareness

Confident communicator, capable of liaising with clients and site teams

Ability to operate independently and manage multiple workstreams

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QS to secure a strong day rate contract with a reputable main contractor delivering varied and technically demanding projects.

Immediate start available