Quantity Surveyor

Stafford Lawrence; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

Stafford Lawrence Limited is working with a growing main contractor in Sevenoaks to appoint a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor. You will own the commercial lifecycle of projects from procurement through to final accounts, with direct line to the MD and a Kent-based workload.

The role emphasizes real-time cost management, proactive problem-solving and collaboration with site teams. A competitive salary and a comprehensive package are on offer in a Kent-based environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as QS within a UK main contractor or specialist subcontractor.
• Strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of construction cost management.
• Ability to manage procurement, valuations, variations and cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and manage packages with a firm but fair approach.
• Handle valuations, variations, and robust cash flow management.
• Apply JCT suite knowledge to protect margins.
• Collaborate with Site Managers to align delivery with financial targets.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Commercial cost control

Contractual knowledge

Team collaboration

Negotiation skills

Construction cost management

Job description

Quantity Surveyor | Sevenoaks, Kent | £55,000 - £70,000 + Package

The Opportunity

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can truly influence the bottom line? Stafford Lawrence Limited is pleased to be working with a growing, independent Main Contractor in Sevenoaks to find a commercially astute QS for their Kent-based projects.

This is a key hire for a business that has successfully carved out a niche in high-end residential and commercial refurbishments. They need a safe pair of hands to manage the commercial lifecycle of projects from procurement through to final accounts.

Role Requirements for the Quantity Surveyor Kent

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will have full commercial autonomy over your projects. This is a role for someone who enjoys being "at the coalface" of construction, managing costs in real-time rather than just reporting on them months later.

• Subcontractor Management: Leading procurement and managing packages with a firm but fair approach.

• Commercial Control: Handling valuations, variations, and ensuring robust cash flow management.

• Contractual Knowledge: Applying JCT suite experience to protect the company’s interests and margins.

• Team Collaboration: Working closely with Site Managers to ensure project delivery aligns with financial targets.

The Person

We are looking for a Commercial Engine—someone who understands the nuances of working within an SME environment where speed and accuracy are paramount.

• Experience: Proven track record as a QS within a UK Main Contractor or specialist subcontractor.

• Skillset: Strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of construction cost management.

• Location: Based within a commutable distance of Sevenoaks (perfect for those looking to ditch the London commute).

• Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who doesn't wait to be told what to do.

You’ll benefit from a direct line to the business owner, a competitive salary, and a local Kent-based workload.

Salary & Package for the Quantity Surveyor

You’ll benefit from a direct line to the business owner, a competitive salary, and a local Kent-based workload.

• Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 Dependent on experience

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including Pension, Healthcare, and a local Kent-based workload that allows for a genuine work-life balance.

• Holiday allowance - 25 days

Other vacancies in Kent

Top Construction Consultancy recruiting for a Clerk of Works to oversee projects in Kent /South East and London

• Please Note: We can only consider candidates with the current right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.