Devon Quantity Surveyor: Own & Optimize Projects

RGB Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon-based main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to own and manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account.

You will control budgets, cost reporting, valuations and cash flow, while coordinating with site teams to ensure contractual obligations are met. The role offers scope to deliver value across Education, Leisure and other sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent required.
• Experience with main contractor and two-stage procurement.
• Projects valued £10m–£30m; Education/Leisure sectors preferred.
• COINS or similar systems knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial performance of allocated projects.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and cost value reconciliations.
• Manage budgets, expenditure and cash flow.
• Procure and appoint subcontractors in line with contracts.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, payments and queries.
• Prepare and submit payment applications and ensure cash recovery.
• Identify variations, compensation events, claims and additional payments.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders on commercial matters.
• Support commercial development and contractual awareness within the team.
• Oversee close-out of projects including final accounts.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contract management

Cost reporting

Cash flow management

Subcontractor management

Interim valuations

Final accounts

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/HND or equivalent

RICS membership (advantageous)

Tools

COINS

Job description

Devon-based main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to own and manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account.

You will control budgets, cost reporting, valuations and cash flow, while coordinating with site teams to ensure contractual obligations are met. The role offers scope to deliver value across Education, Leisure and other sectors.