Quantity Surveyor

Dornan Engineering Services Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Services Ltd is currently recruiting for Quantity Surveyors to join our commercial team working on projects in the London area. The role involves measuring from drawings, producing priced bills of quantities, tracking costs, and preparing take-offs and cost plans.

You will develop knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, take ownership of tasks, pursue CPD opportunities (minimum 5 days annually) and work towards RICS competencies under guidance from the Senior QS.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of the Quantity Surveying role.
• Commercial understanding of project economics.
• Health, Safety and Environmental systems awareness.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of the team and develop knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Take ownership of assigned work scopes and complete tasks professionally.
• Measure from drawings/isometrics to produce detailed, priced bills of quantities including labour and materials.
• Track project costs, labour hours, and earned-value progress.
• Prepare full construction take-offs, cost plans, and monitor cost and labour efficiency throughout the project.
• Present take-offs clearly and in line with NRM2 requirements.
• Submit accurate monthly CCS, valuations, and certification.
• Prepare timely assessments, payment certificates, and pay-less notices for subcontractors in line with Construction Act requirements.
• Produce monthly cash flow forecasts and ensure final accounts are agreed on time.
• Protect the company from exposure to third-party claims.
• Prepare and manage subcontract packages through to final account.
• Develop a strong understanding of assigned tasks and how they support project delivery.
• Work towards RICS competencies and seek guidance from the Senior QS.
• Pursue continuous improvement by taking on new tasks or shadowing team members.
• Request regular feedback to support development.
• Actively seek CPD opportunities across QS and M&E disciplines (e.g., BISRA) and complete at least 5 days of CPD annually.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Commercial understanding

Cost control

NRM2 knowledge

CPD commitment

Job description

At Dornan we are currently recruiting for Quantity Surveyors to work our commercial team working on projects up to £(phone number removed) in the London area.

Your day to day will include:

• Work collaboratively as part of the team and develop knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Take ownership of assigned work scopes and complete tasks professionally.
• Measure from drawings/isometrics to produce detailed, priced bills of quantities including labour and materials.
• Track project costs, labour hours, and earned‑value progress.
• Prepare full construction take‑offs, cost plans, and monitor cost and labour efficiency throughout the project.
• Present take‑offs clearly and in line with NRM2 requirements.
• Submit accurate monthly CCS, valuations, and certification.
• Prepare timely assessments, payment certificates, and pay‑less notices for subcontractors in line with Construction Act requirements.
• Produce monthly cash flow forecasts and ensure final accounts are agreed on time.
• Protect the company from exposure to third‑party claims.
• Prepare and manage subcontract packages through to final account.
• Develop a strong understanding of assigned tasks and how they support project delivery.
• Work towards RICS competencies and seek guidance from the Senior QS.
• Pursue continuous improvement by taking on new tasks or shadowing team members.
• Request regular feedback to support development.
• Actively seek CPD opportunities across QS and M&E disciplines (e.g., BISRA) and complete at least 5 days of CPD annually.

What we are looking for:

• Detailed knowledge of the Quantity Surveying role
• Commercial understanding
• Health, Safety and Environmental systems
• Knowledge of the team's strengths and weaknesses

Behaviours & Attitudes Required:

• Ability to priorities workload
• Recognises own strengths and weaknesses and committed to ongoing development
• Acceptance of responsibility and accountability