Quantity Surveyor

Selwood; Chandler's Ford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based construction firm is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to manage project contracts and commercial relationships. Responsibilities include overseeing project performance and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field and possess strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including a bonus scheme and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Eligible for company bonus scheme

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses and 24-hour online GP services

Bupa Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme with contributions

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in M&E Contracting.
• RICS qualification or equivalent preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, sometimes with overnight stays.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with suppliers and contractors.
• Support Project Manager in project implementation.
• Chair project commercial reviews.
• Procure sub-trades and suppliers.
• Manage production of final accounts.
• Assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to listen and provide feedback

Organizational and time management skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Tools

Good knowledge of NEC 3&4

Good knowledge of JCT

Job description

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We have an exciting new opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our business, supporting our Project Delivery team based at our Head Office in Chandlers Ford.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be an integral part of our Project Delivery & Solutions Team, interacting daily with Selwood Stakeholders, Customers, Site Contractors, and third-party suppliers. This role manages the day-to-day commercial control, reporting, and management of multiple projects from initial award to final account. Responsibilities include providing timely and accurate documentation such as CVRs, forecasts, improvement documents, cash flow forecasts, and maintaining the commercial register.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop strong relationships within the team and with external suppliers and contractors.
• Support the Project Manager in efficient project implementation, monitoring project performance to ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Chair project commercial reviews with relevant stakeholders.
• Procure sub-trades and suppliers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Oversee pre-construction and onboarding of new contractors, reviewing pricing strategies during pre-con and mobilization.
• Manage the production of main/subcontract final accounts, remeasurement, evaluation, and agreement of variations, extensions, delays, and claims.
• Assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases where appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• RICS qualification or equivalent preferred but not essential.
• Experience in M&E Contracting.
• Good knowledge of NEC 3&4, JCT, and subcontract contracts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, provide feedback, and resolve conflicts.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and methodical approach.
• Excellent organization and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, sometimes with overnight stays.
• Full UK driving license required.

What we can offer you:

Our benefits package is designed to support your work-life balance:

• Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly).
• Medicash Scheme – medical expenses, 24-hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships.
• Bupa Private Medical Insurance.
• Pension scheme with contributions based on total earnings.
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Increasing annual leave with long service.
• 3x annual salary life insurance (DIS).
• Support for development and training.
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) & mental health first aiders.
• Employee discount scheme (vouchers for supermarkets, shops, holidays, etc.).
• Hybrid working pattern (home and office).