Quantity Surveyor - Carpentry

Caddy Group Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized carpentry subcontractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities include detailed project costing, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure profitability and quality. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in quantity surveying within carpentry or construction. This role is based in Maidstone and offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a dedicated team on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in carpentry or construction.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and financial management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce detailed scope of work and bill of quantities.
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Risk management

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Caddy Group are currently recruiting for a Carpentry Quantity Survyeor for our client based in Maidstone.

Our client, a specialist carpentry subcontractor deliver high-quality works for a range of projects, from new builds to refurbishments and fit-outs. Serving sectors including retail, commercial offices, hotels, restaurants, and manufacturing/logistics, they execute precise joinery, structural timber, partitions, and bespoke fit-out elements. They work under main contractors to provide reliable, on-time carpentry solutions on-site.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team. This role includes managing the commercial aspects throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with all stakeholders to oversee project financials from inception to completion, ensuring profitability, safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Project Commercial Management

• Fully understand contract terms and ensure project costs reflect these accurately.
• Produce detailed scope of work and bill of quantities.
• Prepare and manage project costs using agreed schedules of rates, built-up net costs, subcontractor quotes, and mark-ups for overheads, risk, and profit.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, working proactively with the team.
• Issue and manage subcontract and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor project progress, update costs, and manage variations.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations, cost value reconciliations, and final accounts.
• Negotiate contract amendments and variations to optimize project outcomes.
• Ensure that project information, including design, specifications, H&S, and contractual details, is accurately communicated to the operational team upon project award.

Site & Client Engagement

• Attend site meetings and surveys as required.
• Oversee the launch of secured projects, providing ongoing support and updates to ensure successful delivery.
• Drive opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, customer service, and profitability.