Quantity Surveyor

Uniting Holding; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction contractor is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial, commercial, and contractual aspects of projects. Responsibilities include leading subcontract procurement, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring adherence to budgets. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, at least 3 years of experience with main contractors, and strong knowledge of UK construction contracts. The company offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with a main contractor, ideally including Design & Build projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts (JCT D&B preferred) and commercial risk management.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and understand construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontract procurement from tender package preparation to contract execution.
• Manage and monitor project costs in line with budgets and prepare cost value reconciliations.
• Prepare and negotiate interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About JJ Rhatigan & Company

JJ Rhatigan & Company is a Tier 1 main building contractor with over 70 years’ experience delivering high‑quality, sustainable construction projects across Ireland and the UK. We work across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors, all built with a commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence.

In the UK, we’re delivering landmark developments such as:

• The Yardhouse Project: A transformative mixed‑use development in London, combining residential apartments and co‑living spaces within an 18‑storey tower. It also includes a new office for Women’s Pioneer Housing and enhanced public spaces.
• Twyford Abbey Development: An £84 million scheme in Ealing delivering 296 new homes (50% affordable), alongside the restoration of the Grade II‑listed walled garden and the historic Twyford Abbey building.

The Role

As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the financial, commercial, and contractual aspects of projects from post‑tender handover through to final account close‑out. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Design Managers, subcontractors, and the wider commercial team to ensure value for money, contractual compliance, and cost control.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead subcontract procurement, from tender package preparation and analysis through to contract execution
• Collaborate with project teams and design consultants to ensure tender information is complete, accurate, and value‑engineered where possible
• Manage and monitor project costs in line with budgets, preparing and updating cashflows and cost value reconciliations
• Prepare, negotiate, and agree interim valuations, variations, and final accounts with clients and subcontractors
• Carry out site measurements from drawings or on‑site visits
• Maintain accurate procurement trackers, change order registers, and cost reporting tools
• Attend and contribute to project meetings, providing all necessary commercial information
• Mentor and support assistant or graduate quantity surveyors as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, ideally a RICS‑accredited degree or be working towards MRICS chartership
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with a main contractor, ideally including Design & Build projects
• Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts (JCT D&B preferred), building regulations, and commercial risk management
• Familiarity with BCIS and elemental cost benchmarking
• Excellent numerical, analytical, negotiation and time‑management skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and understand construction methods
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Valid CSCS card preferred
• Willingness to travel to sites as required
• Strong attention to detail and teamworking capability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

What JJ Rhatigan Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to work on high‑profile projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, forward‑thinking work environment

If you’re ready to bring your commercial expertise to a growing and ambitious contractor, we’d love to hear from you.

JJ Rhatigan & Company is an equal opportunities employer.