Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor / Building Works

About the role

Our client, a BCA‑registered General Builder with an active pipeline of building projects, is looking for a hands‑on Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial control from award to final account, working closely with site and project teams.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Handle progress claims, variations and final accounts with clients and consultants.
• Evaluate, negotiate and manage subcontractor packages and payments.
• Monitor cost exposure, identify risks and drive commercial recovery.
• Support tender pricing and post‑contract cost control.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and financial procedures.

Required profile

• Diploma or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building or Construction Management.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor on building works.
• Proven track record in post‑contract cost control and subcontract management.
• Familiarity with SIA, PSSCOC or BCA contract administration is advantageous.
• Strong ability in variations, claims and commercial negotiation.
• Ability to work closely with site teams under project‑driven timelines.

Required skills

• Quantity Surveying
• Cost planning and budgeting
• Cash‑flow management
• Progress claim handling
• Variation and claim management
• Subcontractor evaluation and management
• Contract administration (SIA, PSSCOC, BCA)