Quantity Surveyor

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Healthcare

Performance bonus

Job summary

Tier 1 Main Contractor in Hertfordshire is hiring a Quantity Surveyor for a c£10m new-build project in Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sectors. The role offers early-stage involvement with a clear career progression path and chartership support.

The position requires 5+ years post-qualification experience, strong knowledge of JCT D&B contracts, and proven procurement and negotiation skills, with a package including car allowance and healthcare.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor in main contracting
• Strong working knowledge of JCT Design & Build contracts
• Proven negotiation skills and subcontractor procurement background
• Previous roles: Assistant QS, Project QS, Commercial Manager, or similar

Responsibilities

• Procurement & subcontractor management: placing orders and overseeing 2nd stage procurement
• Commercial control: measurements, valuations, payment applications, and reconciliations
• Financial reporting: assist in CVR reports and cost tracking
• Contractual compliance: ensure adherence to project and contract requirements

Skills

JCT D&B contracts

Subcontractor procurement

CVR reporting

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

NVQ Level 6 or higher

Tools

Proven procurement tools

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Job Type: Permanent
Job Ref: #1435
Location: Hertfordshire (Office and site-based across the local area)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £60k-£68k basic + competitive package (including car allowance, healthcare, perforamnce bonus, and additional benefits)

Company & Project Overview

An established, highly profitable Tier 1 Main Contractor with a robust long-term pipeline is expanding its commercial team following a series of significant project wins across Hertfordshire and North London.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a c£10m new-build project within the Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sector joining in the early stages. This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, backed by comprehensive support for further professional development and chartership.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Placing subcontract orders, managing accounts, and overseeing 2nd stage procurement.
• Commercial Control: Carrying out accurate measurements, valuations, applications for payment, and account reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting: Assisting in the production and management of detailed Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.
• Contractual Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to all project and contractual requirements throughout the build lifecycle.

Desirable Experience

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT Design & Build (D&B) contracts.
• Proven negotiation skills and a strong background in subcontractor procurement.
• Relevant Previous Roles: Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Assistant Commercial Manager, or Project Surveyor.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (or NVQ Level 6 equivalent / higher).