Quantity Surveyor

Londinium Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team focusing on education and healthcare projects. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £45k - £65k and opportunities for progression towards a Commercial Manager role. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience and a degree in Quantity Surveying, with responsibilities that include cost budgeting and project collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience with a Main Contractor or Fit-Out/Refurb specialist.
• Background in education, healthcare, or public sector frameworks desirable.
• Highly motivated and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Senior QS/Commercial Manager across multiple projects.
• Running your own smaller-scale schemes.
• Preparing and monitoring cost budgets.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Motivation

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

Quantity Surveyor – Fit-Out & Refurbishment Contractor - Education & Healthcare Projects

Salary: £45k - £65k DOE | Location: St Mary Cray, Kent | Office Based + Occasional Site Visits (London & South East) | Immediate Start / Interviews

Company

Our client is a growing, reputable main contractor with a strong track record across education and healthcare sectors, recently moving away from high-end residential projects.

With a current turnover of £7m and ambitions to grow to £10m, they're securing places on key frameworks such as the Academy of State and Bromley Council.

They deliver high-quality refurbishments and fit-outs, and with a healthy pipeline of public sector projects, they are now looking for a driven Quantity Surveyor to support continued expansion.

Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious and driven Quantity Surveyor—particularly someone with a background in fit-out, refurbishment, or public sector projects—who's ready to take the next step toward a Commercial Manager role. The company is actively investing in the progression of this position and sees it as a key part of their long-term growth, making it ideal for someone eager to take on more responsibility and leadership within a tight-knit commercial team.

You'll work closely with the Senior QS/Commercial Manager while also guiding and mentoring an Assistant QS, gaining hands-on experience that will support your transition into a more senior commercial role. This forward-thinking business values progression from within and is committed to helping the right candidate step up as they continue to expand.

The role is based full-time at the Orpington office, with regular site visits required. While there is currently no work-from-home option, there may be increased flexibility in the future as the company continues to evolve.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Senior QS/Commercial Manager across multiple projects.
• Running your own smaller-scale schemes.
• Preparing and monitoring cost budgets.
• Producing and reviewing valuations and payment notices.
• Estimating costs including materials and subcontractors.
• Occasional travel to live sites for measurement and progress updates.
• Collaborating with site and project teams to manage variations and claims.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience with a Main Contractor or Fit-Out/Refurb specialist.
• Background in education, healthcare, or public sector frameworks desirable.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Highly motivated and commercially aware.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, growing business environment.
• Ideally be local, or in commutable location.

If this role sounds of interest to you, then please apply to the advert or give Martin Walter a call on (phone number removed)