Project Quantity Surveyor

2 days ago

Wickford, Essex, United Kingdom RHL Recruitment Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing main contractor delivering projects across the education, retail, commercial, residential, and leisure sectors. Projects range from fit out & refurb to new design and build.

With a proven track record of high-quality delivery and long-standing client relationships, they pride themselves on professionalism, transparency, and attention to detail.

We are seeking applications from an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for a new-build Sports Hall project (£2.5m) while also supporting smaller-scale regional works.

This is a hands-on, proactive role suited to a commercially strong and contractually astute QS who thrives in a fast-paced contracting environment.

Location:
Wickford, Essex (Head Office) with site visits to Hornchurch

Salary:
Negotiable, up to £55,000 depending on experience

Sector:
Main Contractor - Education / Retail / Commercial / Healthcare

Role Overview

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will oversee the financial and contractual management of a new Sports Hall project, from procurement through to final account. You will also assist with the commercial administration of smaller projects across the East of England region.

You'll be expected to manage costs, issue contractual notices, monitor progress against budget, and ensure compliance with contract terms under JCT Design & Build conditions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all commercial aspects of the Sports Hall project (£2.5m).
  • Prepare and issue Contract Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cost reports.
  • Draft and issue contractual notices including delay, Extension of Time (EoT), and Loss and Expense claims.
  • Lead subcontract procurement: issuing enquiries, evaluating quotations, negotiating terms, and preparing order documentation.
  • Measure and value works, prepare interim valuations, and agree final accounts.
  • Manage subcontractor accounts and variations, ensuring all costs are recorded and justified.
  • Liaise with Contracts Managers, Site Managers, and the Pre-Construction team to ensure commercial alignment.
  • Prepare cost forecasts, track change control, and monitor project profitability.
  • Support smaller East of England Co-op fit-out projects, adopting streamlined but robust commercial management.
  • Maintain accurate records of correspondence, notices, and commercial documentation.
  • Work proactively with the site team to identify risks, manage change, and drive cost efficiency.

Experience required

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment.
  • Strong understanding of
    JCT contracts
    and commercial management principles.
  • Experience managing projects in the £1m-£5m range (education, leisure, or similar).
  • Excellent knowledge of
    CVRs, EoT and loss & expense procedures
    .
  • Proactive, hands-on, and confident in a fast-paced setting.
  • Strong procurement, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider commercial team.

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