Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

7formation Ltd; Corby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Annual bonus scheme

Workplace pension

Death in Service benefit

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Regular social events

Job summary

7formation Ltd is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial performance on nationwide projects from our Corby head office (with travel to sites). The role demands at least 5 years' experience with main/prime contractors and a proactive, commercially minded approach.

You'll work with Contracts Directors and the wider team to deliver accurate CVRs, final accounts and value engineering while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor with contractor/principal contractor.
• Proven ability to manage commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations and CVRs.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of multiple projects from pre-contract to final account.
• Prepare and manage budgets, valuations, variations and cost forecasts.
• Produce CVRs and identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, appointments and payments.
• Monitor costs, cash flow and profitability to hit targets.
• Maintain robust commercial records and ensure contractual compliance.
• Provide commercial reporting to senior management.

Skills

Quantity Surveyor experience

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

COINS

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

7formation has an exiciting 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 recieve 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.

Key Responsibilities as our Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• 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.

Above all, we're looking for someone with drive, enthusiasm and a strong sense of commercial responsibility. Someone who enjoys being part of a busy team, takes initiative and wants to make a genuine contribution to a growing business.

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 t