Quantity Surveyor

Southwark, London
Reinforced Recruitment
Quantity Surveyor
£70,000 £85,000 + Benefits
Bermondsey, London

The Opportunity
Join a trusted main contractor with over 85 years of experience in delivering high-quality building refurbishment services across London and the South East. Specializing in sectors such as education, residential, social housing, heritage, commercial, public buildings, and healthcare, the company is renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the financial aspects of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional growth.

About the Role What You ll Be Doing
Based in the Bermondsey head office, you’ll be responsible for the full commercial management of multiple projects. Your duties will include:

• Cost Management: Oversee valuations, variations, and cost control across live projects.
• Procurement: Prepare tender packages, negotiate with subcontractors, and place orders.
• Contract Administration: Manage subcontractor accounts, applications, and payments.
• Commercial Reporting: Produce monthly CVRs, forecasts, and cashflow reports for senior management.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with site managers and project teams to ensure projects are delivered within budget and to high-quality standards.

About the Company Where You ll Be Working
With a rich history dating back to 1938, the company has built a reputation for delivering challenging, design-led projects across London and the South East. Their approach combines technical expertise with a collaborative, personal touch, fostering long-term relationships with clients in both the public and private sectors.

The company prides itself on being privately owned, allowing for financial stability and control. Directors remain actively involved from project inception to completion, ensuring a hands-on approach and consistent quality across all projects.

Requirements & Rewards What You Need, and What You ll Get Back
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to manage costs and maximize value.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with confidence in dealing with clients and subcontractors.
• A degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a construction-related field.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and the ambition to progress long term.

Rewards:

• £70,000 £85,000 + benefits
• A central office location in Bermondsey with direct access to senior leadership.
• Autonomy to manage your own projects with the support of an established commercial team.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a stable and respected contractor.
• Exposure to a wide variety of sectors and project types.

To Apply

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