Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance (£5000)

Boosted pension

Training & progression

Varied projects

Support through Chartership

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Portsmouth to manage a small team of QS and Apprentices within a construction-focused commercial environment. You will monitor project costs, support budgeting, and contribute to cost-control initiatives.

The role offers a clear path to Chartership progression, with training, progression opportunities, and a competitive package including a car allowance and enhanced pension. Monday–Friday, on-site in Portsmouth.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quantity Surveyor in construction industry.
• Willing to commute to Portsmouth and attend site visits.
• Ability to lead a small team of QS and apprentices.
• Strong focus on cost control and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project costs throughout lifecycle.
• Manage a team of QS and apprentices.
• Occasional site visits in the South.
• Support cost control and budgeting efforts.

Skills

Cost control

Team leadership

Budgeting

Site visits

Tools

Chartership guidance

Procurement

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

Portsmouth

£70,000 - £80,000 + Training + Progression + Varied Projects + Boosted Pension + Car Allowance + Support Through Chartership

Are you a Quantity Surveyor from a construction background looking to step into a role with a Commercial Construction specialist offering a chance for you to manage your own team, support thought Chartership and progression to become a Commercial Director down the line?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction company covering a range of commercial projects with over 40 years of experience. Working with the NHS and Councils, they have seen continuous growth and are now looking for Quantity Surveyor to join their tight-knit team.

In this role you will be monitoring project costs throughout the lifecycle, ensuring adherence to budgets and identifying over costs early. You will work closely with other departments in office or at occasional site visits while assessing the progression on projects regarding cost and budgets. You will also be responsible for managing a small team of Quantity Surveyors and Apprentices.

The role would suit a Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a managerial position with a well-established construction company offering real progression and dynamic projects.

The Role:

• Monitoring project costs throughout the lifecycle
• Managing a team of Quantity Surveyors and Apprentices
• Occasional site visits within the South
• Car allowance (£5000) and boosted pension
• Monday - Friday (7:30am - 5pm)

The Person:

• Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
• Willing to commute to office in Portsmouth and occasional site visitsQuantity Surveying, Surveying, Estimating, Procurement, Construction, Chartership, Training, Progression, Portsmouth, Cosham, Southampton, Car Allowance, Valuation, Tenders

Reference number: BBBH26452

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.