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Posted 21 July, 2026

Quantity Surveyor

Kenna Recruitment Ltd
Saint Albans, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor Location: London & South East (Hybrid/Site Based) Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits An established and growing construction and development contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the residential, education, healthcare, care and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values collaboration, quality and long-term career development. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced project and commercial teams, managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. Key responsibilities include: * Managing project costs and budgets to ensure commercial success. * Preparing cost plans, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts. * Procuring subcontractors and managing tender processes. * Negotiating subcontract agreements and assessing variations. * Monitoring project expenditure and producing accurate cost forecasts. * Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities. * Administering subcontractor accounts and payments. * Working closely with project managers, site teams and clients to achieve successful project delivery. * Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have: * Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry. * A strong understanding of JCT contracts and construction procurement. * Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge. * Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills. * The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities. * A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach. * A full UK driving licence. * A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred). Experience delivering projects within residential, affordable housing, education, healthcare or commercial construction would be advantageous. What's on Offer * Competitive salary. * Company car or car allowance. * Performance-related bonus. * Pension scheme. * Private healthcare. * Ongoing professional development and training. * Genuine opportunities for career progression. * The chance to work on a varied portfolio of high-quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative environment