Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Construction; Painswick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Agile working

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Aviva pension

Life assurance 4x salary

Office in Gloucester

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join our Gloucester/Reading teams on a permanent basis. You will manage project costs from start to finish, ensuring budgets are met and value is delivered through strong commercial control.

Key duties include procurement, subcontractor management, monthly valuations, variations, and final accounts, with regular site visits and travel between project locations. The role offers agile working options and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HNC in Surveying (desirable).
• Experience in construction industry, ideally with a specialist subcontractor.
• Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong numerical ability and cost awareness.
• Ability to assess, interpret and analyse commercial information.
• Proactive, deadline-driven and good teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations.
• Producing and maintaining cash flow forecasts.
• Negotiating variations and agreeing final accounts.
• Preparing and issuing tender packages for subcontractor work.
• Reviewing, analysing and negotiating subcontractor tender returns.
• Producing detailed tender analysis for subcontract packages.
• Preparing and administering subcontract orders and variations.
• Managing subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts.
• Completing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Monitoring project budgets and maintaining cost control.
• Attending site visits and project meetings as required.
• Working with the project team to achieve commercial targets.

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Stonemasonry
Location: Gloucestershire and Reading

We are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in managing the costs and commercial aspects of a variety of projects.

You will be responsible for overseeing project costs from start to finish, ensuring projects are delivered within budget while maximising profitability and value for money without compromising on quality or standards.

The role will involve procurement, subcontractor management, contract administration, monthly valuations and payments, as well as negotiating and agreeing final accounts.

Package & Benefits

• Salary negotiable, dependent on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Office based in Gloucester.
• Various project locations, with regular site visits required.
• Travel allowance provided.
• Agile working available, depending on location.
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Aviva pension scheme.
• Life assurance - 4 x annual salary.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations.
• Producing and maintaining cash flow forecasts.
• Negotiating variations and agreeing final accounts.
• Preparing and issuing tender packages for subcontractor work packages.
• Reviewing, analysing and negotiating subcontractor tender returns.
• Producing detailed tender analysis for subcontract packages.
• Preparing and administering subcontract orders and variations.
• Managing subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts.
• Completing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Monitoring project budgets and maintaining effective cost control.
• Attending site visits and project meetings as required.
• Working closely with the wider project team to ensure commercial targets are achieved.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• HNC in Surveying, Construction or an equivalent qualification (desirable).
• Previous experience working within the construction industry, ideally with a specialist subcontractor.
• Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and numerical ability.
• The ability to assess, interpret and analyse commercial information.
• Good business awareness and strong commercial acumen.
• Experience in budget management and cost control.
• A proactive approach with plenty of enthusiasm.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• A methodical and organised approach, with excellent attention to detail.

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