Quantity Surveyor

365 Recruit; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

365 Recruit is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 main contractor on major new-build commercial projects near Lincoln. The role covers commercial responsibility from procurement through construction to final account, with a strong emphasis on cost control and timely reporting.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in new-build construction, a solid grasp of CVRs, procurement, and contractual variations, and will work closely with project teams to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Strong knowledge of cost reporting, forecasts and CVRs.
• Experience on commercial or major building projects.
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification preferred.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of new-build construction projects and subcontract packages.
• Procurement, negotiation and appointment of subcontractors.
• Preparation and management of subcontract documentation.
• Measurement, valuations and assessment of subcontractor applications.
• Preparation of monthly cost reports, CVRs and project forecasts.
• Management of variations, change control and contractual notices.
• Monitoring project costs, value and cash flow against budgets.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers and the commercial team.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Client liaison and agreement of valuations and variations.
• Management and negotiation of subcontractor final accounts.
• Assist with final account preparation and agreement.
• Ensure projects are commercially controlled per company procedures.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost reporting

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Budget control

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

CostX

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects. Candidates must be located within 1 hour of Lincoln to be considered for this position. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established company working on high-quality projects across the region. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for projects and packages from procurement through construction and final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of new-build construction projects and subcontract packages
• Procurement, negotiation and appointment of subcontractors
• Preparation and management of subcontract documentation
• Measurement, valuations and assessment of subcontractor applications
• Preparation of monthly cost reports, CVRs and project forecasts
• Management of variations, change control and contractual notices
• Monitoring project costs, value and cash flow against agreed budgets
• Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and the wider commercial team
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Client liaison and agreement of valuations and variations
• Management and negotiation of subcontractor final accounts
• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of the project final account
• Ensuring projects are commercially controlled in accordance with company procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, minimum 5 years experience.
• Strong new-build construction experience
• Experience working on commercial projects or other major building projects
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and subcontract procurement
• Strong understanding of cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills
• Able to manage subcontract packages with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification preferred

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of new-build projects. The company can offer long-term projects, exposure to significant construction schemes and the opportunity to develop within an established commercial team