Quantity Surveyor

Reinforced Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction contractor in Greater London is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage various projects. Responsibilities include cost management, contract administration, and client relationship building. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, strong commercial acumen, and a relevant educational background. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £75,000, with performance-based bonuses and excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

22 days holiday + bank holidays

5% employer pension

Direct access to senior leadership

Long-term career security

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a main contractor.
• Strong acumen in maximizing profit and controlling risk.
• Proactive, organized, with confidence in managing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial performance of multiple live projects.
• Oversee cost management, valuations, and budget control.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget.

Skills

Proven QS experience

Strong commercial acumen

Understanding of estimating and financial project controls

Excel proficiency

Organised and proactive management

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or similar

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

£55,000 £75,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Bermondsey, London

Join a long‑established, privately owned contractor with an 85‑year track record delivering high‑quality refurbishments, heritage works, and social housing projects across London and the South East. With project values from £500k to £6.5m, this is a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking for autonomy, variety, and real career progression.

The Role – What You’ll Be Doing

Based in the Bermondsey head office, you’ll be responsible for managing the commercial performance of multiple live projects. Day‑to‑day duties include:

• Cost management: valuations, variations, budget control, and cost monitoring
• Estimating & procurement: tender pricing, reviewing subcontractor quotes, negotiation, and order placement
• Contract administration: managing subcontractor accounts, applications, and payments
• Commercial reporting: monthly CVRs, forecasting, cash‑flow and performance updates
• Client‑facing responsibilities: building strong relationships with local authorities, estate teams, and private clients
• Collaboration with project teams: ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

This position is ideal for an Intermediate QS ready to step up (£55k‑£65k), or an established QS ready to progress into a Senior role (£65k‑£75k).

About the Contractor – Why Join?

This is a stable, reputable business with deep roots in the industry and an excellent reputation for quality workmanship across refurbishment, heritage, and social housing. Directors are hands‑on and accessible, creating a culture where you are trusted, supported, and recognised.

• 85+ years continuous trading
• Long‑standing clients including councils, estates, and commercial property owners
• Blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern construction techniques
• Supportive, close‑knit commercial and site teams
• Genuine progression opportunities as the business continues to grow

Typical project value: £500k‑£750k
Largest live project: £6.5m refurbishment (Royal Borough of Greenwich)

What You Need

• Proven QS experience with a main contractor
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to maximise profit and control risk
• Understanding of estimating, Excel, and financial project controls
• Proactive, organised, and confident managing responsibility
• Degree / HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar

What You’ll Receive

• £55,000‑£75,000 salary (DOE)
• Performance‑based bonus scheme
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
• 5% employer pension
• Direct access to senior leadership
• Opportunities to work across social housing, heritage, and commercial refurbishment
• Long‑term, secure career within a respected contractor

How to Apply

Choose the option that suits you best:

• Apply via this job board
• Email your CV to Alex at .co.uk (remove the spaces)
• Call Alex directly using the number below
• Connect and message on LinkedIn (search: Alex Wallace Reinforced Recruitment)

If you’re unsure about your suitability, get in touch anyway—I'm always happy to talk it through and offer honest guidance.