Quantity Surveyor

Hawkes Resourcing Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial flooring contractor is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor, considering all levels from Junior to Senior. The role involves managing multiple projects alongside developing internal processes. The ideal candidate will have commercial awareness and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage the financial aspects from tender to final accounts. A degree in Quantity Surveying is preferred but not essential. The company offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £75,000 along with bonuses and full training tailored to career level.

Benefits

Bonuses for cost savings

Full training & progression

Supportive, family-run business

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor (2–3+ years preferred).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred, not essential).
• Knowledge of JCT contracts & construction case law (necessary for intermediate/senior levels).
• Experience within Flooring, Interiors, or related areas is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and financial delivery of multiple projects.
• Full commercial management from tender to final account.
• Site visits for measurement, client meetings & progress reviews.
• Produce BOQs, take-offs, and material quantification.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation ability

Strong IT skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Excel

Estimating / measurement software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Commercial Flooring / Tiling

(All Levels Considered : Junior / Intermediate / Senior)

£50,000 – £75,000 DOE + Benefits + Bonuses

Location : Romford, Essex

Commercial background required – flooring / tiling experience NOT essential

Some estimating included (training provided if required)

The Company

A rapidly growing, well-established Commercial Flooring Contractor based in Essex is looking to expand its commercial team with an ambitious Quantity Surveyor. Operating across London and the South East, they deliver projects for Tier 1 & Tier 2 Main Contractors across Fit-Out, Retail, Healthcare, Education, Commercial, and New Build sectors.

With an excellent reputation, strong repeat business, and an already busy pipeline, this is a company that rewards ambition, commercial awareness, and long-term commitment.

The Opportunity

This is more than a standard QS role.

You will not only manage the commercial and financial delivery of multiple projects—but also help develop the internal systems, processes, and structure that will shape the company’s QS function as it continues to grow.

All levels will be considered, from Junior through to Senior, with tailored responsibilities to suit experience.

Key Responsibilities

Quantity Surveying Duties

Full commercial management from tender to final account

Monthly valuations, variations, applications, and final accounts

Cost tracking, forecasting, and management of retentions

Site visits for measurement, client meetings & progress reviews

Producing BOQs, take-offs, and material quantification (Callidus experience beneficial)

Negotiating supplier & subcontractor packages

Ensuring compliance with JCT contract obligations

Estimating (with training provided if required)

Supporting the estimating function for flooring / tiling tenders

Preparing accurate and timely tender submissions

Liaising with suppliers for pricing and material options

Commercial & Department Growth

Helping develop internal commercial processes

Supporting directors with cost-saving initiatives

Contributing to the long-term growth of the QS team

Ideal Candidate

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor (2–3+ years with a main contractor preferred—but all levels considered)

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred, not essential)

Commercial awareness, negotiation ability, and confidence dealing with Tier 1 & Tier 2 contractors

Knowledge of JCT contracts & construction case law (essential for intermediate / senior levels)

Experience within Flooring, Interiors, Fit-Out, Joinery, Drylining, or other specialist subcontracting is beneficial

Strong IT skills (Excel, estimating / measurement software)

Ambitious, organised, and confident managing multiple projects

What’s on Offer

£50,000 – £75,000 DOE (flexible based on experience / level)

Bonuses available for cost savings and personally secured work

Full training & progression tailored to your career level

Supportive, family-run business with long-term growth plans

Work with Tier 1 & Tier 2 contractors across varied projects

Immediate interviews & flexible start dates

Apply Now

If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor — whether Junior, Intermediate, or Senior — looking for a long-term role where you can grow, shape the department, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you