Quantity Surveyor

AWC STAFF SERVICES LTD; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire protection services company is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team in Harlow, England. You will manage project costs, support commercial decisions, and ensure compliance with accreditations while delivering excellence in fire protection and fire door installation across the UK. Ideal candidates should possess experience in construction and fire protection, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. This role offers an opportunity for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire protection, construction, or building services.
• Strong understanding of contracts and cost management.
• Proactive, professional attitude with teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing tender documentation and cost plans.
• Managing applications for payment and final accounts.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and compliance.

Skills

Experience within fire protection

Strong understanding of commercial processes

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

AWC Staff Services are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their clients Fire Protection team, in an established, accredited business. You will be delivering passive fire protection and fire door installation, remediation, and maintenance across the UK. Our client is growing — and looking for a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join the expanding team.

You’ll play a key part in helping deliver excellence to clients by managing project costs, supporting commercial decisions, and maintaining strong financial control from tender through to completion.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing and reviewing tender documentation, cost plans, and valuations
• Managing applications for payment, variations, and final accounts
• Assisting with procurement and subcontractor management
• Supporting contract negotiations and maintaining strong client relationships
• Ensuring compliance with company processes and third‑party accreditations (FIRAS, ASFP, etc.)
• Collaborating closely with Operations and Finance to track project performance

What we’re looking for:

• Experience within fire protection, construction, or building services (fire doors or fire stopping experience would be an advantage)
• A strong understanding of commercial processes, contracts, and cost management
• Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with data and reports
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Someone proactive, professional, and ready to grow within a supportive team