Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

7formation; Corby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Workplace pension

Death in Service

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Regular social events

Job summary

7formation is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor for our Corby head office to manage commercial performance on multiple nationwide projects. You’ll work closely with Contracts Directors and project teams, ensuring budgets, CVRs and final accounts are accurate while driving opportunities and protecting profitability.

We welcome candidates with at least 5 years contractor-side experience who are proactive, team-focused and ready to travel to sites nationwide as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor working for a main contractor or principal contractor.
• Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge costs, negotiate effectively and protect project profitability.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of multiple construction and fit-out projects.
• Manage projects from pre-contract stage through to final account.
• Prepare and manage budgets, valuations, variations and cost forecasts.
• Produce accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), identifying risks and opportunities.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, appointments and payment processes.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and profitability, ensuring commercial targets are achieved.
• Identify, value and negotiate variations and changes to scope.
• Prepare and agree interim applications and final accounts.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Provide clear, accurate commercial reporting to senior management.
• Maintain robust commercial records and ensure contractual compliance.
• Support and mentor less experienced members of the commercial team where appropriate.
• Attend project sites nationwide as required.

Skills

Five+ years’ experience

Commercial acumen

Contract or senior contractor liaison

CVRs and final accounts

Budgeting and cost forecasting

Procurement & subcontractor management

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

COINS

JCT/NEC contracts

Job description

7formation has an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Corby, Northamptonshire (Head Office) - Nationwide Projects.

You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary, dependent on experience.

About Us

7formation is a rapidly growing nationwide fit-out and construction principal contractor, delivering internal and external construction solutions for some of the UK's leading brands across the retail, commercial and industrial sectors.

With an exciting pipeline of projects and ambitious plans for continued growth, we're looking for an experienced, commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our commercial team.

We're interested in speaking to confident, motivated individuals with at least 5 years' contractor-side experience who are ready to take ownership, make an impact and contribute to our continued success.

Whether you're an established Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge or a Senior QS seeking a fresh opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

The Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

As a Quantity Surveyor at 7formation, you'll take responsibility for the commercial management of construction and fit-out projects, from pre-contract through to final account.

You'll work closely with our Contracts Directors, Project Managers and wider commercial team, managing relationships both upstream with clients and downstream with subcontractors and suppliers.

We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running, confidently manage their workload, identify commercial opportunities and risks, and take a proactive approach to delivering successful project outcomes.

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of multiple construction and fit-out projects.
• Manage projects from pre-contract stage through to final account.
• Prepare and manage budgets, valuations, variations and cost forecasts.
• Produce accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), identifying risks and opportunities.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, appointments and payment processes.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and profitability, ensuring commercial targets are achieved.
• Identify, value and negotiate variations and changes to scope.
• Prepare and agree interim applications and final accounts.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Provide clear, accurate commercial reporting to senior management.
• Maintain robust commercial records and ensure contractual compliance.
• Support and mentor less experienced members of the commercial team where appropriate.
• Attend project sites nationwide as required.

About You as our Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor working for a main contractor or principal contractor.
• Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge costs, negotiate effectively and protect project profitability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, energetic and solutions-focused approach.
• A genuine team player who takes pride in their work and delivers on commitments.
• Willingness to work from our Corby head office and travel to project sites as required.

Desirable

• Experience in retail, commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects.
• Degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Good working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Experience using COINS or similar commercial management software.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
• Opportunity to take ownership of varied, high-profile nationwide projects.
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative and ambitious team environment.
• 25 days' holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Workplace pension.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Refer-a-friend bonus.
• Regular social events and team activities.

Why Join 7formation?

We're an ambitious business with a strong team culture and exciting plans for the future.

We value people who are reliable, professional, proactive and passionate about what they do. We believe in working together, supporting one another and recognising the contribution everyone makes.

If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor who wants to be part of a growing company where your skills, ideas and hard work will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Commitment

At 7formation, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace. We value diversity and actively promote fair and transparent recruitment practices. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.