Quantity Surveyor

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Healthcare

Bonus

Job summary

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED seeks a Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of a ~£20m new-build project in Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences across Hertfordshire. The role offers clear career progression and support for chartership and professional development.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with contracts and project requirements on site and in office settings.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day commercial functions through 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery.
• Carry out measurements, valuations, applications for payment, and account reconciliations.
• Assist in production and management of detailed Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.
• Ensure adherence to all project and contractual requirements throughout the build lifecycle.

Skills

Procurement

Subcontractor Management

Commercial Control

Financial Reporting

Contractual Compliance

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

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-£65k basic + competitive package (including company car or car allowance, healthcare, 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.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a c£20m new-build project within the Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sector. This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, backed by comprehensive support for further professional development and chartership.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will oversee all day-to-day commercial functions through 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery, including:

• 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).