Quantity Surveyor

7Formation Ltd; Corby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage financial aspects of high-profile projects. This role encompasses managing costs, overseeing commercial responsibilities, and ensuring projects meet budgetary and quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive QS experience on the contractor side, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday (+ public holidays)

Death in Service Benefit

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Employee Assistance Program

Social events including summer event and Christmas party

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor with contractor side experience.
• Proven ability to manage high-value projects independently.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects from pre-contract to final account.
• Conduct monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) process.
• Provide expertise in contract valuations, claims, and budget monitoring.

Skills

Contractual and commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Microsoft Office knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

COINS package

Job description

Are you a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline of projects? Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile construction projects across the UK.

About the Company

7formation is a rapidly expanding nationwide construction and fit-out company dedicated to excellence, innovation, and growth. We work with clients such as Next, Adidas, DFS, Travis Perkins to name but a few! Find out more about our extensive client portfolio on our website. Our reputation is built on quality, collaboration, and results. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior QS to join our commercial team.

Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

As a seasoned Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the successful execution of construction / fit out projects by overseeing the financial aspects from inception to completion upstream with our clients and downstream with the supply chain. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the costs associated with high profile/value construction projects, ensuring that they remain within budget while meeting quality and regulatory standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects from pre-contract through to final account.
• Monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) process.
• Tender preparation, submission and project completion in compliance with all HSQE procedures.
• Provide commercial expertise to contracts, to include the production and submission of valuations, claims, and budget monitoring.
• Support the authorisation and submission of project variations.
• Authorise the placement of contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders.
• Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement and valuation of work, and the invoicing of customers and payment of suppliers.
• Ensure projects proceed to Client's specification and satisfaction.
• Value work executed by sub-contractors and certify interim and final payments.
• Track changes to the work / design and adjust budget projections accordingly.

Skills and Experience

• Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a background in various sectors, fit-out preferred, and a strong background on the contractor side.
• Proven ability to manage high-value projects independently.
• Strong contractual and commercial acumen (JCT/NEC experience a plus).
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying desirable.
• Professional accreditation not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• High Level of Microsoft Package knowledge, COINS package (desirable not essential, as full training will be provided).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic team with a passion for innovation.
• Collaborative, supportive, and creative environment.
• 25 days holiday (+ public holidays), increasing to 28 days with length of service.
• Death in Service Benefit.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Auto enrol pension.
• Refer a friend bonus.
• Social events including summer event and Christmas party.

Application

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Senior Quantity Surveyor, then please click 'Apply' today! We'd love to hear from you!

At 7formation, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively promote good practices to eliminate discrimination in all its forms by embedding fairness and transparency into every step of our recruitment process. Our approach ensures equal opportunities for candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Join us and be part of a team that values and champions diversity.

We are a 'Disability Confident Committed' employer. No agencies please, we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we require assistance with this role.