Quantity Surveyor

Dornan Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Group is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based commercial team on projects up to £150,000,000. You will measure from drawings, prepare priced bills of quantities, track costs and fees, and manage cash flow and final accounts.

The role requires strong commercial understanding, knowledge of NRM2, and a proactive approach to CPD. You will work with a team to deliver projects safely and efficiently, supporting subcontract packages and ensuring payments and certifications are

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of the Quantity Surveying role.
• Commercial understanding and cost control skills.
• Familiarity with NRM2 requirements and related processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with 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.
• Develop a strong understanding of assigned tasks and how they support project delivery.
• Pursue continuous improvement and CPD opportunities (e.g., BISRA) and complete CPD annually.

Job description

At Dornan we are currently recruiting for Quantity Surveyors to work our commercial team working on projects up to £150,000,000 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 tasksprofessionally.
• Measure from drawings/isometrics to produce detailed, priced bills of quantities including labour andmaterials.
• Track project costs, labour hours, andearned‑value progress.
• Prepare full construction take‑offs, cost plans, and monitor cost and labourefficiency throughout the project.
• Present take‑offs clearly and in line with NRM2requirements.
• Submit accurate monthly CCS,valuations, and certification.
• Prepare timely assessments, paymentcertificates, 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 RICScompetencies and seek guidance from the Senior QS.
• Pursuecontinuous improvement by taking on new tasks or shadowing team members.
• Request regular feedback tosupport 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 teams 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