Quantity Surveyor

ISS Facility Services UK; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Capital Projects team for a government client, delivering cost management and commercial support across NEC4 contracts. You will ensure financial control, compliance and value throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a qualification in Quantity Surveying, strong NEC4 knowledge, and proven experience in cost management, tendering, and risk management across multi-project portfolios.

Qualifications

• Qualified Quantity Surveyor with a Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Proven post qualification experience in construction and/or FM, preferably government/education environments.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4 contract administration is essential.
• Demonstrable expertise in cost management, tendering, and procurement processes.
• Experience with applications for payment, valuations, change control, and risk management.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to price contractual changes.
• Experience managing concurrent projects or programmes with a combined annual value of £5m or above.
• Experience estimating project costs and presenting high-quality tender evaluation documentation to customers.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
• Monitor and report on financial performance against targets with accountability for project P&L.
• Administer NEC4 contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Identify, assess, and manage contract risks with mitigation strategies.
• Prepare tender documentation, evaluate submissions, and negotiate with suppliers for best value.
• Review and certify applications for payment and prepare valuations.
• Assess and manage variations, compensation events, and claims, maintaining financial records.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, suppliers, and senior stakeholders to provide commercial advice and drive best practice.

Skills

NEC4 contract administration

Cost management

Tendering

Procurement processes

Applications for payment

Valuations

Risk management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Coupa

Monday.com

Job description

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Contract: Government

Location: Canary Wharf, London / Weybridge, Surrey

Hours of work: 40 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Capital Projects team for a government client.

In this role, you will be pivotal in delivering cost management and commercial support across a portfolio of projects operating under NEC4 contracts, ensuring financial control, compliance, and value delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Description

We are looking for a commercially focused professional who can implement and sustain high standards of cost management, provide commercial governance and oversight across capital projects and maintenance activities, and support the development of supply chain strategies, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
• Monitor and report on financial performance against agreed targets, with accountability for project P&L performance.
• Administer NEC4 contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Identify, assess, and manage contract risks, providing mitigation strategies where required.
• Prepare tender documentation, evaluate submissions, and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve best value.
• Review and certify applications for payment and prepare accurate interim and final valuations.
• Assess and manage variations, compensation events, and claims, maintaining comprehensive financial records.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, suppliers, and senior stakeholders to provide commercial advice, support governance requirements, and drive best practice across project delivery.

About You

• Qualified Quantity Surveyor with a Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Proven post qualification experience operating as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction and/or FM industry, preferably within Government, corporate, or education environments.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4 contract administration is essential.
• Demonstrable expertise in cost management, tendering, and procurement processes.
• Experience with applications for payment, valuations, change control, and risk management.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to price contractual changes.
• Experience managing concurrent projects or programmes with a combined annual value of £5m or above.
• Experience estimating project costs and presenting high-quality tender evaluation documentation to customers.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power BI, alongside cost management systems such as Coupa and online project tools including Monday .com.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

All candidates must be able to obtain BPSS & CTC Security Clearance.

The Company:

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or educational background. Our commitment to diversity creates a more creative, productive, and happy workplace.