Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established subcontractor in Chelmsford is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage brickwork and façade packages on major developments. The role includes cost management, client interactions, and compliance oversight, with strong career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within brickwork or specialist subcontracting preferred.
• Strong understanding of JCT forms.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage valuations, variations, and cost reporting on live projects.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and payments.
• Attend client meetings providing cost updates.

Skills

Commercial understanding

Contractual compliance

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Quantity surveying software

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and specialist subcontractor based near Chelmsford, Essex. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary along with a supportive working environment and strong long-term prospects.

About the Role:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in delivering a range of brickwork and façade packages on major developments across London and the South East. You’ll be commercially responsible for your own projects, working closely with clients, site teams, and subcontractors from pre-start through to final account.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage valuations, variations, and cost reporting on live projects
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, orders, and payments
• Prepare and submit interim applications and final accounts
• Ensure contractual compliance across all commercial aspects
• Attend client meetings, providing cost updates and commercial insight
• Collaborate with the wider team to ensure project success and profitability

About You:

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within brickwork, cladding, or specialist subcontracting (preferred)
• Strong commercial and contractual understanding, ideally with JCT forms
• Excellent numerical and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software
• Full UK driving licence
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant experience in a similar role

What’s on Offer:

• Company pension scheme
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing business
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Exposure to high-profile and technically complex projects

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, be part of a specialist team, and develop your career on exciting projects across the region - apply now to find out more!