Quantity Surveyor

Gap Construction; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial responsibilities across various refurbishment projects in London. The role offers competitive benefits and long-term career progression. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years’ experience, strong financial acumen, and familiarity with design & build projects. Applicants should possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Proven experience in refurbishment projects.
• Strong knowledge with JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility across projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and financial reports.
• Manage subcontractor packages and procurement.

Skills

Commercial responsibility

Project budgeting

Subcontractor management

Change management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

COINS

Viewpoint

Job description

Overview

gap construction are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a highly respected main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality refurbishment and fit-out projects across London. This is a permanent position offering long-term career progression, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to exciting and diverse projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Location

Fenchurch St, London

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility across projects from contract award through to completion.
• Accurately prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, valuations, and cost reporting to ensure financial objectives are achieved.
• Manage subcontractor packages, including procurement, key package analysis reviews, contract administration, and certification of valuations/variations.
• Prepare valuations, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports.
• Identify and manage change, including variations, risk, and programme-related challenges.
• Act as the commercial lead on multiple sites, reporting to the Commercial Manager.
• Ensure compliance with company and client commercial reporting standards.
• Work closely with site teams, supporting across functions where needed to achieve project goals.
• Attend client meetings and provide clear reporting on the commercial position of projects.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in refurbishment projects, ideally within: Office fit-out, Education, Residential, Hospitality (beneficial).
• Strong knowledge and experience with design & build projects and suites of JCT contracts.
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Experienced in managing subcontract packages, preparing valuations, change management, and cash flow management.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Collaborative team player who is willing to step outside of their role to support the wider site team.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and construction-specific software (e.g. COINS, Viewpoint, or similar).

Apply

If you are interested in the above position, please contact James at gap construction or email your updated CV.

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