Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing contractor seeks a seasoned Quantity Surveyor for UK-wide projects. This office-based role in Leighton Buzzard offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and diverse project involvement, providing an opportunity to shape commercial processes and systems from the ground up. Successful candidates will have significant experience in construction and strong contractual knowledge, ensuring accurate cost management and compliance. Apply now to help drive value in varied construction projects.

Benefits

Car allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Pension contribution

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Potential Christmas bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management across multiple projects (£250K-£3M).
• Implement commercial systems and procedures.
• Attend site visits across the UK for job valuation.

Skills

Contractual knowledge

Cost management

Project management

Collaboration

Implementation of systems

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor - Construction (UK-Wide Projects)

Office-Based in Leighton Buzzard
£50,000-£60,000 possible flexibility for the right candidate + £4,000 Car Allowance + Mileage @ 45p/mile
40 Hours/Week | 7:30am-4:30pm

Are you a seasoned Quantity Surveyor ready to take ownership of high-value construction projects across the UK? This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing contractor with a strong pipeline of residential, commercial, and specialist sector work.

Why This Role?

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  Growth & Impact: The company has doubled its revenue in the past year and just secured a £3M high-end residential/commercial project. You'll be instrumental in shaping commercial processes and systems from the ground up.




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  Diverse Projects: From Grade II listed buildings to decarbonisation initiatives, private schools, and healthcare facilities, your portfolio will be varied and rewarding.




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  Team Culture: Join a tight-knit, down-to-earth team with a lively office atmosphere. Thick skin and a sense of humour are essential!

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead cost management across multiple projects (£250K-£3M), ensuring financial accuracy and contractual compliance.




• Implement and refine commercial systems and procedures, including PO and contract management.




• Work closely with estimators, designers, and project managers to deliver value and drive savings.




• Attend site visits (1-2 days/week) across the UK to value jobs and liaise with clients.




• Manage JCT contracts, warranties, and pre-contract documentation.

What You'll Need

• Proven hands-on experience as a Quantity Surveyor in mechanical or construction sectors.




• Strong contractual knowledge, especially JCT contracts.




• Ability to implement new systems and processes.




• Comfortable working with drawings and collaborating with designers.




• Degree in Quantity Surveying , but qualified by experience is welcome.




• Full UK driving licence .

Perks & Benefits

• £4,000 car allowance + mileage reimbursement




• 3% pension contribution




• 21 days holiday + bank holidays




• Potential Christmas bonus




• Flexible working arrangements

What Success Looks Like

In your first 3-6 months, you'll be fully integrated into the team, have implemented your own commercial systems, and be delivering measurable cost and time savings across projects.

If this role sounds interesting to you and you have the skills and experience required, please apply immediately, we are searching for a candidate who is able to start ASAP and hit the ground running.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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