Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Nicholas Associates; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates represents a specialist sub-contractor delivering RC frame and groundworks for Tier 1 contractors in London and the Home Counties. The role targets a Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager to lead cost control, reporting and contract administration on major projects.

You will bring proven experience in RC frame & Groundworks, strong commercial awareness, and be proficient with quantity surveying software to manage data, communicate estimates and updates clearly to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience with specialist sub-contractor RC frames and groundworks.
• Proven experience as Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager.
• Strong knowledge of construction and commercial awareness.
• Proficient in quantity surveying software and data reporting.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify compliance with contractual terms.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Collaborate with project management to monitor expenditures and budgets.
• Provide cost-related advisory during planning, execution and closure.
• Produce regular reports detailing financial performance and variances.

Skills

Cost management

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Commercial awareness

Tools

Quantity surveying software

Job description

Our client is a specialist sub‑contractor that provides a RC frame and groundworks service to Tier 1 contractors in London and Home Counties.

Responsibilities

• Drive project success by managing costs, ensuring every detail aligns with financial goals.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, measure completed work, and verify compliance with contractual terms
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and sub‑contractors
• Collaborate closely with the project management team to monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints
• Provide advice on cost‑related matters during project planning, execution, and closure phases.
• Produce regular reports detailing financial performance, identifying variances from the budget, and recommending corrective actions.

Requirements

• Experience working for a specialist sub‑contractor / RC frame & Groundworks
• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Management role
• Knowledge of construction and commercial awareness
• Skilled in using quantity surveying software and tools for accurate data management and reporting.
• You should effectively communicate complex financial information and project updates clearly to stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

Please contact John Ashcroft for more information (phone number removed)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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