Quantity Surveyor

Talent Link; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Watford to manage cost control processes and produce accurate financial reports. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong communication skills, and experience in the construction industry. Applicants with RICS membership or working towards it are preferred. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic team, ensuring efficiency in project cost management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the construction industry.
• Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and Construction Law.
• Knowledge in estimation and cost analysis.
• Ability to demonstrate good reporting and earned value analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely cost, value, and cash‑flow reports.
• Manage cost control processes, including forecasting and monthly CVR updates.
• Review and manage contract terms, identifying commercial risks.
• Engage and manage the supply chain with appropriate contract conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Numeric skills

Computer literacy

Time management

Teamwork

Education

HND/degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a leading Civil Engineering and Infrastructure specialist, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Watford.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely cost, value, and cash‑flow reports.
• Manage cost control processes, including forecasting and monthly CVR updates.
• Ensure adherence to internal commercial procedures and support process improvements.
• Review and manage contract terms, identifying and mitigating commercial risks.
• Engage and manage the supply chain with appropriate contract conditions.
• Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation, and financial administration.
• Prepare and submit applications for payment.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders on commercial matters, including variations and claims.
• Collaborate with site teams to forecast spend and cash recovery, ensuring alignment with targets.
• Support site teams with best practices and effective cost management.

Required Experience

• Previous experience in the construction industry
• HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying
• Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law
• Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations.
• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis.
• Have knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a team and delegate, but also able to work on own initiative

Desirable

• Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards
• CSCS card