Quantity Surveyor

Linear Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Facades Quantity Surveyor in London. This hybrid role involves managing project costs and procurement for various facades projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in the facades sector and a degree in Quantity Surveying. You will benefit from a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in facades, cladding, or curtain walling sector.
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple packages and projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage cost estimates for facades packages.
• Conduct cost analysis and value engineering.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and contract administration.
• Monitor project budgets and forecast cash flow.

Skills

Cost analysis

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CostX

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Facades Quantity Surveyor to join our team in London. This role is ideal for a commercially minded professional with a solid background in facades systems - including cladding, curtain walling, glazing, and rainscreen installations. You will play a key role in managing project costs, contracts, and procurement while ensuring financial efficiency and value across multiple facades projects.

This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work between our London office, project sites, and remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documents for facades packages.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and value engineering to ensure best value for the client and company.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender evaluations, and contract administration.
• Monitor project budgets, forecast cash flow, and report on project financial performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the facades, cladding, or curtain walling sector.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to manage multiple packages and projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, CostX, or similar estimating software.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• London-based or within commutable distance, with willingness to attend site as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of 50,000 - 75,000 (DOE).
• Hybrid working model with flexibility.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Involvement in high-profile London facades projects.