Quantity Surveyor - Kent

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Chatham. This role involves managing cost control and contract administration on various water projects. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of post-graduation experience in Quantity Surveying, along with strong communication and organisational skills. Opportunities for career growth and competitive compensation are provided.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow and develop within a supportive team

Exposure to a variety of exciting and challenging projects

Structured career development and chartership support

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-graduation experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• Working towards professional membership (RICS or ICES).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage applications for payment, valuations, and cost value reconciliations.
• Monitor cost control and forecasting.
• Manage and develop supply chain relationships.
• Assist in Risk and Value Management.
• Mentor and collaborate with the wider project team.
• Administer contracts and maintain up-to-date records.
• Identify and communicate safety or risk concerns.
• Liaise regularly with site teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

HNC in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Water Projects

Location: Chatham

Contract Type: Inside IR35

Salary: £400/450 Per day

About the Role

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team and support the delivery of high-quality projects across our portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to progress their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll play a key role in cost management, contract administration, and value optimisation - ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage applications for payment, valuations, and cost value reconciliations.
• Monitor cost control and forecasting, supporting the preparation of monthly reports on value, cost, profit/loss, and cash flow.
• Manage and develop supply chain relationships.
• Assist in Risk and Value Management to help optimise project delivery.
• Mentor and collaborate with the wider project team to ensure consistent commercial performance.
• Administer contracts, including the use of various contractual forms, budgetary control methods, and relevant software tools.
• Prepare subcontract enquiries, negotiate terms, and set up subcontract agreements.
• Maintain up-to-date records, notifications, and contractual documentation.
• Identify and communicate safety or risk concerns to site management.
• Liaise regularly with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to site teams as required.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Minimum 1 year post-graduation experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• HNC in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Working towards professional membership (RICS or ICES).
• Strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant contract management software.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to grow and develop within a supportive team.
• Exposure to a variety of exciting and challenging projects.
• Structured career development and chartership support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.