Quantity Surveyor

Guildmore Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Guildmore is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the Midlands & North team, based primarily at our Milton Keynes office with site visits. You will manage procurement, cost control, valuations, and contract matters to ensure projects are delivered commercially and efficiently.

You will work closely with project and design teams, monitor costs, mentor a Trainee Quantity Surveyor when required, and uphold standards under JCT Design & Build and NEC4 where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, ideally in façade, cladding remediation, residential or social housing projects.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing procurement, valuations, CVRs and cost forecasting.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage commercial risks and meet deadlines across project teams.
• Understanding of construction legislation and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost reporting (CVR), cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete assessments.
• Prepare and manage client and subcontractor valuations, payments and payment notices.
• Lead procurement activities, including tendering, subcontractor selection, negotiations and package awards.
• Manage variations, contractual correspondence, commercial risks and subcontractor claims.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders, procurement schedules and contract documentation.
• Monitor project costs, identify risks and opportunities, and implement cost-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant contracts (JCT Design & Build, NEC4 where applicable).
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reports in line with procedures.
• Work with project, design and construction teams to achieve objectives.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Experience as Quantity Surveyor

Commercial & contract knowledge

Negotiation & analytical skills

Job description

Guildmore is looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Midlands & North team, managing the commercial and contractual aspects of residential and social housing façade and cladding remediation projects.

Based primarily at our regional office in Milton Keynes, with site visits as required, you will oversee procurement, cost control, valuations, subcontractor management and contractual matters, ensuring projects are delivered commercially and efficiently.

Depending on the project, you may also support and mentor a Trainee Quantity Surveyor.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, cost reporting (CVR), cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete assessments.
• Prepare and manage client and subcontractor valuations, payments and payment notices.
• Lead procurement activities, including tendering, subcontractor selection, negotiations and package awards.
• Manage variations, contractual correspondence, commercial risks and subcontractor claims.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders, procurement schedules and contract documentation.
• Monitor project costs, identify risks and opportunities, and implement effective cost-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant construction contracts, including JCT Design & Build and, where applicable, NEC4.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reports in line with company procedures and delegated authority.
• Work closely with project, design and construction teams to achieve commercial and project objectives.
• Support and mentor junior team members where required.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, ideally in façade, cladding remediation, residential or social housing projects.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge, including JCT contracts and variations.
• Experience managing procurement, subcontractors, valuations, CVRs and cost forecasting.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage commercial risks, meet deadlines and work collaboratively across project teams.
• A good understanding of construction legislation, payment procedures and health and safety requirements.

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing support.
• Opportunities to develop your knowledge of systems, compliance and business operations.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Clear career progression opportunities within the team.