Quantity Surveyor

ESD Recruitment; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on high-quality projects

Supportive and family-run environment

Job summary

A family-run construction company in the South East is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of high-end residential projects and care homes. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on interesting projects in a supportive environment. Strong negotiation and organisational skills are essential, along with proven construction industry experience and a degree in Quantity Surveying. Join this dynamic team to contribute to their success!

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of residential and/or care home projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Excel and general project cost reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple projects.
• Prepare and submit tender and contract documents.
• Measure and value works on-site and from drawings.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts.
• Procuring and managing subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assessing and certifying subcontractor payments.
• Producing monthly valuations and applications for payment.
• Monitoring project costs, variations, and cash flow.
• Preparing and negotiating final accounts.
• Working closely with the management team to ensure strong financial control and reporting.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Project cost reporting tools

Job description

ESD Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, a respected family‑run construction company who operate in the Surrey / Kent area. They specialise in the construction of high‑end residential projects and care homes across the South East and are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis.

Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in managing all commercial and financial aspects of projects from tender through to final account. You’ll work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and the management team to ensure projects are delivered on budget and with strong commercial control.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple projects
• Preparing and submitting tender and contract documents
• Measuring and valuing works (on‑site and from drawings)
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts
• Procuring and managing subcontractors and suppliers
• Assessing and certifying subcontractor payments
• Producing monthly valuations and applications for payment
• Monitoring project costs, variations, and cash flow
• Preparing and negotiating final accounts
• Working closely with the management team to ensure strong financial control and reporting

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry (main contractor or developer background preferred)
• Strong knowledge of residential and/or care home projects
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
• Proficient in MS Excel and general project cost reporting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying (preferred)

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on interesting, high‑quality projects
• Supportive and family‑run environment with genuine long‑term prospects

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Construction