Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Construction; Perham Down; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in England is seeking a Commercial Quantity Surveyor to manage prestigious projects across the UK and Europe. The role includes procurement management, cost control, and project reporting. Ideal candidates will have experience in refurbishment and strong communication skills. Competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 with excellent benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Travel & site allowances

Career development opportunities

Supportive team-focused culture

Qualifications

• Experience ideally in refurbishment/high-end residential projects.
• Ability to manage budgets and contracts.
• Organised, proactive and detail-driven.

Responsibilities

• Managing subcontractor procurement and tendering.
• Preparing valuations and cost reports.
• Overseeing subcontract orders and liaising with teams.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Strong technical knowledge of joinery

Excellent commercial awareness

Strong communication skills

Organised and detail-driven

Full UK driving licence

Education

RICS accreditation or HNC/Degree in Construction

Tools

AutoCAD / estimating software experience

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Quantity Surveyor

Location: Hampshire (Travel as required)

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Benefits

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Whats in it for you?

• Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 (DOE)
• Travel & site allowances
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive and team-focused culture

About the Role

We're looking for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Department and play a key role in delivering high-end, prestigious projects across the UK and Europe.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work strategically and efficiently within a supportive team, ensuring profitability, cost control, and accurate project reporting. From subcontractor procurement to final accounts, you'll take ownership of key commercial functions that keep projects on track and successful.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing subcontractor procurement, tendering and order placement within budget.
• Preparing valuations, applications and accurate cost reporting.
• Overseeing subcontract orders, ensuring smooth handover to site/project teams.
• Liaising confidently with contractors, architects, designers and clients.
• Attending site visits and meetings (pre-start, design and final account stages).
• Ensuring retention, applications, and payments are always tracked and up to date.
• Identifying opportunities for design alternatives, cost savings, and value engineering.
• Supporting multiple projects simultaneously with strong organisation and efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor (ideally in refurbishment / high-end residential projects).
• Strong technical knowledge of joinery, cabinet making, doors, windows and installations.
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and contracts confidently.
• Strong communication skills, able to build rapport with clients and subcontractors.
• Organised, proactive and detail-driven, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable but not essential:

• RICS accreditation or HNC/Degree in Construction.
• AutoCAD / estimating software experience.
• Knowledge of lean management or antique restoration.

You'll be joining a collaborative and committed team where your input will be valued and your career can progress.

Apply

If this role sounds of interest, click apply to send your CV or if you have any questions contact Kirk at Thorn Baker, Bristol (phone number removed).