Quantity Surveyor – High-Value Main Contractor Projects

Curve Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Curve Recruitment are partnering with a respected main contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor in central Hertfordshire. You will join the commercial team in Stevenage, handling cost plans, budgets, procurement and contract administration.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying and proven main contractor experience, with a focus on profitability, risk management and client liaison. Competitive salary and steady project pipeline offered.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Proven experience as Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to manage risk and drive profitability.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and control project expenditure to protect margin.
• Produce cost analysis and variance reporting, flag risks and opportunities.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, tender evaluation and package negotiation.
• Administer and manage contracts per terms.
• Act as principal commercial contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee valuations, variations and final accounts; ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Risk management

Communication

Organization

Education

Degree in QS

Job description

Curve Recruitment are partnering with a respected main contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor in central Hertfordshire. You will join the commercial team in Stevenage, handling cost plans, budgets, procurement and contract administration.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying and proven main contractor experience, with a focus on profitability, risk management and client liaison. Competitive salary and steady project pipeline offered.