Quantity Surveyor

STRABAG; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG UK is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to join our Buildings Division. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects across projects in the UK, collaborating with project teams, subcontractors and clients to safeguard value and quality.

The role emphasizes cost control, risk management and robust reporting, including monthly CVRs, budgets, forecasts, and final accounts. You will administer contracts (including JCT) and support business performance reviews, ensuring alignment

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or related.
• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in UK construction.
• Experience delivering building projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Excellent cost management, procurement and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre-construction to final account.
• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure cost control and commercial performance.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, cost reports and CVRs.
• Administer contracts including JCT forms and interim valuations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Cost management

Procurement

Contract management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commercial management software

Job description

Tasks

STRABAG UK is part of the STRABAG Group, one of Europe's leading technology-driven construction companies, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across the building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors. Within our Buildings Division, we deliver high-quality projects across commercial, residential, industrial, and public sector developments.

Tasks

STRABAG UK is part of the STRABAG Group, one of Europe's leading technology-driven construction companies, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across the building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors. Within our Buildings Division, we deliver high-quality projects across commercial, residential, industrial, and public sector developments.

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project teams, subcontractors, and clients, the successful candidate will ensure robust cost control, risk management, and commercial performance while supporting STRABAG UK's commitment to quality, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Undertake cost planning and value engineering exercises throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage procurement activities including tender analysis, package recommendations, and subcontract negotiations.
• Prepare and administer subcontract agreements and associated documentation.
• Assess and process subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce accurate monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and management information for senior leadership.
• Assist in the preparation of business performance reports and project reviews.
• Administer contracts in accordance with project requirements and applicable forms of contract, including JCT.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations and payment applications.
• Identify, quantify, and manage variations, compensation events, and change control processes.
• Support the preparation and agreement of project final accounts.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and contractual correspondence.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the UK construction industry.
• Proven experience delivering building projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, particularly JCT forms.
• Excellent understanding of cost management, procurement, and commercial reporting.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial management software.