Scaffold Quantity Surveyor

ITS Building People; Woking; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ITS Group is seeking a Scaffold Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management of scaffolding packages across diverse construction projects in the South East. You will work closely with contracts managers, operations and subcontractors to control costs and optimise project profitability.

The ideal candidate has scaffolding QS experience, strong contract knowledge, budgeting and negotiation skills, and is comfortable managing multiple accounts and deadlines on site visits as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the scaffolding industry.
• Understanding of scaffolding operations: erection, dismantling, hire.
• Experience managing commercial accounts in specialist subcontractor environment.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts and commercial reports.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and commercial negotiation.
• Ability to identify commercial risks and opportunities and take appropriate action.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with clients and contractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proactive and commercially driven with ownership of project accounts.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and relevant software.
• Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of scaffolding contracts across a portfolio of construction projects.
• Taking responsibility for project costs, budgets, forecasts and overall commercial performance.
• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations, applications for payment and supporting documentation.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and commercial agreements where applicable.
• Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations and changes to project scope.
• Monitoring scaffold installation, alteration, dismantling and hire periods to ensure values are accurate.
• Ensuring additional hire and changes are commercially recovered.
• Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts with clients and contractors.
• Reviewing contract documentation and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Monitoring project expenditure against budgets and identifying margin improvements.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Valuations

Change management

Contract awareness

Client liaison

Negotiation

Financial reporting

Education

Quantity Surveying qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Candidate required: Scaffold Quantity Surveyor

• Job Type: Permanent
• Start date: ASAP
• Industry: Construction / Scaffolding
• Location: Woking, Surrey
• Working arrangement: Office-based, with site visits as required

The role & about the client:

ITS Construction Professionals South are working with an established specialist scaffolding contractor based in Woking, who are looking to appoint a Scaffold Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

Our client delivers scaffolding packages across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and large-scale construction projects throughout the South East. Working alongside some of the region's leading housebuilders and construction contractors, they provide specialist access solutions across developments ranging from large housing schemes and apartment blocks through to complex commercial projects.

With a strong reputation for quality, safety and reliable delivery, our client has built an established presence within the construction industry and continues to develop its project portfolio.

This is an opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor with scaffolding experience who understands the financial and contractual demands of specialist subcontracting and wants to play an important role in the successful delivery of projects.

You’ll be working closely with Contracts Managers, operational teams, clients and subcontractors, taking responsibility for the commercial management of scaffolding packages from contract award through to final account.

The role would suit someone who enjoys being involved in the detail, understands the practicalities of scaffolding delivery and can bring a proactive, commercially focused approach to managing project performance.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the commercial aspects of scaffolding contracts across a portfolio of construction projects.
• Taking responsibility for project costs, budgets, forecasts and overall commercial performance.
• Preparing and submitting monthly valuations, applications for payment and supporting documentation.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and commercial agreements where applicable.
• Identifying, pricing and negotiating variations, additional works and changes to project scope.
• Monitoring scaffold installation, alteration, dismantling and hire periods to ensure all works are accurately valued.
• Ensuring additional hire, extensions and changes to scaffold requirements are captured and commercially recovered.
• Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts with clients and contractors.
• Reviewing contract documentation, terms and conditions and identifying commercial risks.
• Managing procurement and supporting the commercial review of subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Monitoring project expenditure against budgets and identifying potential margin improvements.
• Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates for senior management.
• Working closely with Contracts Managers and site teams to maintain commercial control throughout project delivery.
• Attending site visits, progress meetings and commercial reviews as required.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and ensuring contractual obligations are managed effectively.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, main contractors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Supporting the wider commercial team with tender reviews and estimating input where required.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the scaffolding industry.
• A strong understanding of scaffolding operations, including erection, dismantling, alterations and hire arrangements.
• Experience managing commercial accounts within a specialist subcontractor environment.
• A good understanding of construction contracts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts and commercial reports.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and commercial negotiation.
• The ability to identify commercial risks and opportunities and take appropriate action.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with confidence dealing directly with clients and contractors.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and commercial deadlines.
• A proactive and commercially driven approach, with the confidence to take ownership of project accounts.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and relevant commercial software.
• A Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial experience would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence would be beneficial for site visits.

The opportunity:

This is a great opportunity to join an established specialist scaffolding contractor with a strong presence across the South East and a varied portfolio of construction projects.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of the commercial management of scaffolding packages, working closely with the operational team and contributing directly to project profitability and successful delivery.

Our client is looking for someone who understands the commercial realities of scaffolding, can manage client relationships confidently and is comfortable taking responsibility for their own projects.

The business offers a collaborative, hands-on environment where commercial knowledge, practical understanding and a proactive attitude are valued.

For an experienced Scaffold Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with responsibility, variety and the opportunity to make a genuine impact, this is well worth a conversation.

Salary will be dependent on experience.

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.