Lead Quantity Surveyor - Devon Construction Projects

RGB Recruitment Ltd; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RGB Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established main contractor in Devon. You will take ownership of your projects, manage commercial performance, and support from pre-construction through final account.

The role encompasses cost reporting, procurement, subcontractor management and close-out. Candidates should have main contractor QS experience and two-stage procurement exposure, with a degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor for a main contractor.
• Experience independently managing construction projects.
• Experience with two-stage procurement projects.
• Experience in Education and Leisure sectors.
• Experience with projects worth £10m–£30m.
• Knowledge of procurement, cost reporting and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial and financial performance of construction projects.
• Preparing cost reports, forecasts and cost value reconciliations.
• Managing budgets, expenditure and cash flow.
• Procuring and appointing subcontractors in line with contracts.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, including valuations and payments.
• Submitting applications for payment and ensuring cash recovery.
• Identifying variations, compensation events and claims.
• Working with site and project teams to meet contractual requirements.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance against the programme.
• Identifying opportunities to improve margins and value.
• Maintaining commercial records and reporting systems.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Supporting commercial development and awareness of colleagues.
• Managing final accounts and project close-out.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Contract management

Cost reporting

Procurement

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

COINS

Job description

RGB Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established main contractor in Devon. You will take ownership of your projects, manage commercial performance, and support from pre-construction through final account.

The role encompasses cost reporting, procurement, subcontractor management and close-out. Candidates should have main contractor QS experience and two-stage procurement exposure, with a degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).