Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - Hospitality/Retail Consultancy

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the UK is looking for a detail-driven Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate estimating, tendering, and cost reporting across various projects. Responsibilities include managing cost efficiencies, liaising with contractors, and preparing detailed project documentation. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in high-end retail fit-outs valued up to £5m. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of the business within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple client-side contracts.
• Track record delivering high-end retail fit-outs across the UK up to £5m.
• Solid understanding of construction safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Shape and optimize cost reporting and management processes.
• Provide detailed estimating and forecasting for all projects.
• Develop pricing timetables for FF&E and prepare tender documents.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Exceptional attention to detail

Clear communicator

Proactive problem-solving

Relationship building

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - QSR Construction Consultancy

The Role

My client is a thriving construction consultancy specialising in the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector. Their team delivers exceptional project management services to leading brands, ensuring restaurant rollouts and refurbishments are completed on time, on budget and to the highest standards.

They are now seeking a detail-driven Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of accurate estimating, tendering and cost reporting across all projects. You will advise on every aspect of cost and budget planning, identifying client needs, preparing cost and timeline forecasts, and monitoring progress throughout construction. A key part of this role is developing and maintaining internal reporting systems to create a "best in class" cost-management framework that is efficient, simple and fully transparent.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape and optimise the cost reporting and management process, driving efficiency, value and transparency

• Provide detailed estimating and forecasting for all new projects

• Create and implement cost and cash‑flow tracking documents across the project portfolio

• Develop pricing timetables for FF&E and prepare M&E tender documentation

• Support the development of internal cost‑control systems and processes

• Assist with feasibility studies, cost/benefit analyses and cost‑risk evaluations

• Deliver accurate weekly cost tracking for all live projects

• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure value for money, compliance and timely delivery

• Support the PM team to keep projects on track and running efficiently

• Attend site visits to validate material costs, progress and quality

• Identify and recommend value‑engineering opportunities without compromising quality

• Maintain consistent, transparent documentation for internal teams and external clients

• Prepare tender documents, contracts, bills of quantities and related project documentation

• Run tender exercises and produce clear, detailed summary reports

• Track design or construction changes and update budget projections accordingly

• Produce final accounts and reconciled costings for completed projects

• Develop and implement frameworks, agreements and schedules of rates to drive value across multiple clients

• Assist in drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts with clients, contractors and suppliers

• Procure or agree the services of subcontractors and analysts involved in project delivery

• Liaise closely with clients, consultants, contractors and project teams

Quantity Surveyor Requirements

• Strong work ethic and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

• Clear, articulate communicator able to manage multiple stakeholders

• A "can‑do" attitude with ambition to shape the future of the business

• Proven experience managing multiple client‑side contracts

• Demonstrable track record delivering high‑end retail interior fit‑outs across the UK, up to £5m in value

• Solid understanding of construction safety requirements and H&S legislation

• Ability to build trust and strong relationships with all key stakeholders