Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Construction; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Offsite construction projects

Long-term job security

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction client in Coventry is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join an expanding commercial team. The role focuses on commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, with opportunities to develop in a forward‑thinking offsite construction business.

We’re looking for 2-3 years’ QS or commercial experience, ideally with subcontractor or specialist contractor background.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' Quantity Surveying or commercial experience.
• Experience working for a subcontractor or specialist contractor.
• Education sector experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Procuring, negotiating and administering subcontract packages.
• Preparing applications for payment, valuations and final accounts.
• Managing project budgets, forecasts and cash flow.
• Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risk.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and project progress.
• Ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting the resolution of commercial issues and disputes.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial management

Subcontractor liaison

Offsite construction knowledge

Job description

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Location: Coventry

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Permanent

Join a leading offsite construction specialist

Our client is a market‑leading specialist in panelised offsite construction, delivering innovative building solutions across the education, healthcare, residential, commercial and life sciences sectors. Backed by one of the UK\'s largest construction groups, they combine the stability of a major contractor with the agility and innovation of a specialist business.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-3 years' commercial experience who is looking to develop their career within a forward‑thinking business at the forefront of modern methods of construction.

The Role

Working as part of an experienced commercial team, you\'ll be responsible for the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, helping to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

• Procuring, negotiating and administering subcontract packages
• Preparing applications for payment, valuations and final accounts
• Managing project budgets, forecasts and cash flow
• Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risk
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and project progress
• Ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting the resolution of commercial issues and disputes
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams

About You

The business is keen to speak with candidates from a variety of construction backgrounds. Previous offsite or timber frame experience is beneficial but not essential.

You\'ll Ideally Have

• 2-3 years' Quantity Surveying or commercial experience
• Experience working for a subcontractor or specialist contractor

Education Sector Experience (preferred But Not Essential)

• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive attitude and a desire to progress your career

What\'s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• The chance to work on innovative offsite construction projects
• Long‑term job security with a growing business and strong order book