Qualified Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Cardiff is seeking a Quantity Surveyor specializing in retrofit and refurbishment. The successful candidate will manage financial and contractual aspects of projects, leading from inception to completion. Applicants should possess a professional qualification and have proven experience in commercial management within construction. This is a site-based position offering competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing retrofit and fabric upgrade projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial reporting and forecasting.
• Able to work independently while supporting and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control all financial and contractual aspects of retrofit projects.
• Lead projects from inception to completion with full commercial accountability.
• Prepare and submit valuations and applications for payment.

Skills

Proven experience in commercial management within construction

Excellent Excel and general IT skills

Confident in managing both direct and subcontract labour

Education

Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor – Retrofit & Refurbishment

Location: Cardiff – Site Based

Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 + Package

We are working with a specialist contractor delivering retrofit and fabric upgrade projects across South Wales. They are now looking to appoint a Qualified Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in construction, refurbishment, or void contracts to take full commercial ownership across a range of schemes.

This is a site-based role suited to a proactive QS who thrives on autonomy and can drive value from tender through to final account.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and control all financial and contractual aspects of retrofit projects
• Measurement, pricing, and evaluation of tenders
• Lead projects from inception to completion with full commercial accountability
• Identify opportunities to increase margin and reduce risk
• Produce and manage cost plans, budgets, and CVRs
• Handle subcontract procurement, management, and payment
• Prepare and submit valuations and applications for payment
• Develop and maintain subcontractor and supplier contracts
• Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety and regulatory standards

Requirements:

• Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma or equivalent)
• Proven experience in commercial management within construction – retrofit/fabric upgrades
• Skilled in using bills of quantities, schedules of rates, and D&B contracts
• Confident in managing both direct and subcontract labour
• Strong knowledge of commercial reporting and forecasting
• Excellent Excel and general IT skills
• Able to work independently, while supporting and mentoring others where needed

If you're a commercially focused QS looking for a long-term opportunity within a forward-thinking, retrofit-focused business — we’d love to hear from you.