Quantity Surveyor

Quantsurv; Greater London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantsurv is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to transform drawings, contract documents and project records into reliable commercial information. You will work directly with assigned clients on varied projects, from defined estimates to ongoing commercial support, and explain figures clearly while flagging missing information.

You will build cost plans, review tenders, prepare payments, variations and final accounts, and maintain cost reports, while coordinating with clients and project teams across

Qualifications

• Practical quantity surveying experience on construction projects.
• Ability to read drawings and produce traceable calculations in spreadsheets.
• Understanding of payment, valuation and change procedures in contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare measurements, quantity take-offs, estimates and cost plans, with clear assumptions and exclusions.
• Review tender and subcontract information, compare quotations and identify gaps in scope or pricing.
• Prepare or assess applications for payment, variations and final accounts against the contract and supporting records.
• Maintain cost reports and forecasts that explain the current position, outstanding changes and commercial risks.
• Work with clients and project teams to resolve queries, obtain the right records and keep agreed actions moving.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quantity takeoffs

Cost estimates

Contract terms

Education

RICS/related qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

# Quantity SurveyorHelp construction clients price work, manage costs and keep their project accounts clear from tender to final account.## At a glanceWorking arrangement: Remote, with reasonable project visits across London and the South of EnglandEngagement: Employed or freelanceClosing date: No fixed closing datePosted: 14 October 2026Apply for this roleView all vacancies## About the roleQuantsurv provides quantity surveying and construction claims support to subcontractors, main contractors, clients and residential developers. We are looking for a quantity surveyor who can turn drawings, contract documents and project records into reliable commercial information.You will work directly with Jack Butler-Kettle on agreed client assignments. The work may range from a defined estimate or valuation to continuing commercial support on a live project. You should be comfortable explaining your figures, identifying missing information and raising concerns before they become larger problems.## What you will do* Prepare measurements, quantity take-offs, estimates and cost plans, with clear assumptions and exclusions.* Review tender and subcontract information, compare quotations and identify gaps in scope or pricing.* Prepare or assess applications for payment, variations and final accounts against the contract and supporting records.* Maintain cost reports and forecasts that explain the current position, outstanding changes and commercial risks.* Work with clients and project teams to resolve queries, obtain the right records and keep agreed actions moving.## What you will bring* Practical quantity surveying experience on construction projects, with examples of work you have personally prepared or assessed.* Confidence reading drawings, measuring work and producing accurate, traceable calculations in spreadsheets.* An understanding of construction payment, valuation and change procedures, including experience applying the relevant contract terms.* Clear written and verbal communication, sound judgement and the ability to manage agreed deadlines while working remotely.* Ability to make reasonable project visits across London and the South of England.## Useful additional experience* Experience working under JCT or NEC contracts.* A relevant qualification or professional membership, or progress towards one.* Experience supporting more than one side of a construction project, such as contractor and client appointments.## Apply for Quantity SurveyorTell us about relevant work you have carried out, your availability and whether you are interested in employment or freelance work. A CV is welcome, or you can describe your experience below. Please leave out confidential client information.Personal detailsWork preferencesAvailabilityper weekSkills and experienceAreas of work \\*Supporting material (optional)Optional. PDF or DOCX, up to 5 MB. Do not upload confidential client material; you can describe your experience in the form instead.Based in Reading, Berkshire. Project visits by arrangement.