Temporary Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes and Reece; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 83,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Long-term contract

Cardiff Bay location

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a long-term contract based in Cardiff Bay.

As a Quantity Surveyor you will manage project costs from inception through to completion, ensuring costs are controlled while maintaining quality and programme requirements. Location: Cardiff Bay; Rate: £300 - £320 per day; Duration: 12 - 18 months; Start Date: ASAP; Hours: 07:30 - 17:30.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Experience on envelope, roofing, cladding or external envelope projects desirable.
• Strong understanding of contracts, cost management and commercial processes.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing project costs and budgets.
• Preparing and evaluating subcontractor packages and procurement.
• Producing valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitoring project expenditure and forecasting costs.
• Reviewing contracts and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Preparing cost reports and presenting commercial updates.
• Liaising with clients, site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Supporting the successful commercial delivery of multiple projects.

Skills

Cost management

Negotiation

Communication

Independent worker

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS membership or working towards chartered status

CSCS card (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Commercial software

Job description

Reference: SRREGCBQS_1785402571
Posted: July 30, 2026

Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a long-term contract based in Cardiff Bay.

Our client is a leading provider of tested and bespoke building envelope solutions across the UK, offering specialist consultancy, design, chartered engineering, and flexible procurement and installation services. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support projects across Cardiff and the surrounding areas.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from inception through to completion, ensuring costs are effectively controlled while maintaining quality and programme requirements.

Location: Cardiff Bay (Projects throughout the wider Cardiff area)
Rate: £300 - £320 per day
Duration: 12 - 18 months
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 17:30

Key Responsibilities

• Managing project costs and budgets.
• Preparing and evaluating subcontractor packages and procurement.
• Producing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitoring project expenditure and forecasting costs.
• Reviewing contracts and ensuring contractual compliance.
• Preparing cost reports and presenting commercial updates.
• Liaising with clients, site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Supporting the successful commercial delivery of multiple projects.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Experience working on new building and refurbishment envelope, roofing, cladding, façade, or external envelope projects (desirable).
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial processes, and cost management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and commercial software.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold one or more of the following:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction discipline.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or working towards chartered status (desirable).
• Valid CSCS card (preferred).

What's on Offer

• Monday to Friday working hours (07:30 - 17:30).
• Opportunity to work with a respected specialist contractor on exciting projects throughout the Cardiff region.