Quantity Surveyor

Structivus Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Strong project pipeline

Supportive team

Job summary

Structivus Ltd is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects within our drylining and fire protection sectors in Northampton. The role offers long-term stability, potential career progression, and the chance to work with a growing specialist subcontractor.

You will prepare valuations, monitor costs and profitability, manage subcontractor accounts and procurement, review contracts, and liaise with main contractors, clients and internal teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Experience in construction is required, ideally in subcontracting.
• Exposure to drylining and/or passive fire protection is preferred.
• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role.
• Strong understanding of contracts, valuations and variations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects.
• Prepare valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor costs, budgets and profitability.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and procurement.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Liaise with main contractors, clients and internal teams.
• Review contracts and ensure commercial compliance.
• Produce accurate cost reports and forecasts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Drylining exposure

Negotiation skills

Cost control

Contract knowledge

Communication

Project independence

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor on behalf of an established and growing specialist subcontractor operating within the drylining, interiors, and fire protection sectors.

Our client is looking for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with a strong construction background and previous exposure to drylining and/or passive fire protection packages.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work, offering long-term stability and genuine opportunities for career progression.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from initial stages through to final account, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and commercially effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of multiple projects.


• Preparing and submitting valuations, variations, and final accounts.


• Monitoring project costs, budgets, and profitability.


• Managing subcontractor accounts and procurement.


• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.


• Liaising with main contractors, clients, and internal project teams.


• Reviewing contracts and ensuring commercial compliance.


• Producing accurate cost reports and forecasts.

The Ideal Candidate

• Must have a background in the construction industry, ideally within a subcontracting environment.


• Must have previous exposure to drylining packages and/or passive fire protection works.


• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role.


• Good understanding of construction contracts, valuations, and variations.


• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills.


• Ability to manage projects independently and work within a fast-paced environment.


• Relevant qualifications are advantageous but not essential for candidates with strong industry experience.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience.


• Opportunity to join a well-established and expanding specialist contractor.


• Strong pipeline of secured projects.


• Long-term career development and progression.


• Supportive team and positive working environment.

Interested? If you're a Quantity Surveyor with a construction background and experience working with drylining or fire protection packages, we'd be keen to speak with you.