Quantity Surveyor

RGM Recruitment Ltd; Woodley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RGM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist bricklaying subcontractor operating across London. The role carries commercial responsibility for projects from start to final account, overseeing procurement, cost control and contract administration to maximise profitability.

You will manage valuations, variations and payments, monitor CVRs, and maintain robust commercial records while building strong client and site team relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry.
• Strong subcontract commercial experience, ideally within bricklaying, masonry or a similar construction trade.
• Experience in material procurement, cost management and subcontract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of bricklaying subcontract packages from commencement through to final account.
• Oversee material procurement, subcontract procurement and cost management.
• Manage subcontract agreements, including contractual terms, obligations and notices.
• Prepare, submit and agree valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Manage change control processes and ensure variations are accurately recorded and recovered.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial awareness

Cost management

Contract administration

Communication & negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

JOB ROLE:Quantity Surveyor

LOCATION:Camden, London

SALARY:£60k - £75k + competitive package

START DATE: November 2026

About the Role:

RGM Recruitment Ltd is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist bricklaying subcontractor operating across London and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for projects, managing costs, contracts and commercial performance from commencement through to final account. The successful candidate will play a key role in subcontract commercial management, material procurement, cost control and contract administration, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently while maximising profitability and maintaining strong relationships with clients, site teams and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the commercial aspects of bricklaying subcontract packages from commencement through to final account.

• Oversee material procurement, subcontract procurement and cost management.

• Manage subcontract agreements, including contractual terms, obligations and notices.

• Prepare, submit and agree valuations, variations and applications for payment.

• Manage change control processes and ensure variations are accurately recorded and recovered.

• Prepare and review cost reports, cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial forecasts.

• Monitor project costs, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and implement appropriate controls.

• Manage client accounts and confidently challenge clients where necessary to protect commercial interests.

• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure contractual documentation is up to date.

• Liaise with site teams to monitor progress, resolve commercial issues and maintain cost efficiency.

• Manage multiple projects and accounts while prioritising workload effectively.

• Negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and other relevant parties.

• Build and maintain robust relationships with clients, site teams and other stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures.

• Take commercial ownership of projects, identify potential risks and opportunities, and ensure accounts are effectively managed through to final account.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry.

• Strong subcontract commercial experience, ideally within bricklaying, masonry or a similar construction trade.

• Experience in material procurement, cost management and subcontract administration.

• Good understanding of subcontract terms, contractual notices and commercial obligations.

• Proven ability to manage projects independently from commencement through to final account.

• Confidence in managing valuations, variations, change control and cost reporting/CVRs.

• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to challenge clients where necessary.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and accounts while prioritising workload effectively.

• Good communication and negotiation skills when working with site teams, clients and other stakeholders.

• Ideally degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a similar construction-related discipline.

• Ability to take commercial responsibility for projects with minimal supervision, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and manage accounts effectively through to final account.

What We Offer:

Joining our client offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a dynamic team on varied projects. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills further while contributing to exciting builds and renovations in the region. Our client values their employees and offers a supportive work environment, making this a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in quantity surveying.