Quantity Surveyor
12 days ago
London
Quantity Surveyor £55,000 – £75,000 + Bonus & Benefits \n Bermondsey, London Why This Role Matters Join a long-established, privately owned contractor with an 85-year track record delivering high-quality refurbishments, heritage works, and social housing projects across London and the South East. With project values ranging from £500k to £6.5m, this is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor seeking autonomy, variety, and genuine career progression. \n The Role – What You’ll Be Doing Based in the Bermondsey head office, you will manage the commercial performance of multiple live projects. Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Cost management: valuations, variations, budget control, and cost monitoring\n, • Estimating & procurement: tender pricing, reviewing subcontractor quotes, negotiation, and order placement\n, • Contract administration: managing subcontractor accounts, applications, and payments\n, • Commercial reporting: monthly CVRs, forecasting, cashflow, and performance updates\n, • Client engagement: building strong relationships with local authorities, estate teams, and private clients\n, • Project collaboration: working closely with teams to ensure schemes are delivered safely, on time, and within budget\n\n This role suits an Intermediate QS looking to step up (£55k–£65k) or an established QS ready to progress into a Senior role (£65k–£75k). \n About the Contractor – Why Join \n\n • Stable, reputable business with deep roots and a strong reputation for quality workmanship\n, • Directors are hands-on and accessible, creating a supportive and trusting environment\n, • 85+ years of continuous trading with long-standing clients, including councils, estates, and commercial property owners\n, • Blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern construction techniques\n, • Close-knit commercial and site teams\n, • Real career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow\n, • Typical project value: £500k–£750k; largest live project: £6.5m refurbishment (Royal Borough of Greenwich)\n\n What You Need \n\n • Proven QS experience with a main contractor\n, • Strong commercial acumen and ability to maximise profit and control risk\n, • Understanding of estimating, Excel, and financial project controls\n, • Proactive, organised, and confident in managing responsibility\n, • Degree / HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar\n\n What You’ll Receive \n\n • Salary £55,000 – £75,000 (DOE)\n, • Performance-based bonus scheme\n, • 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)\n, • 5% employer pension\n, • Direct access to senior leadership\n, • Opportunities across social housing, heritage, and commercial refurbishment\n, • Long-term, secure career with a respected contractor\n\n How to Apply Choose the method that works best for you: \n\n • Apply via this job board\n, • Email your CV to alex @ reinforcedltd . co . uk\n, • Call Alex directly\n, • Connect and message on LinkedIn (search: Alex Wallace – Reinforced Recruitment)\n\n Even if you’re unsure about your suitability, reach out — I’m always happy to discuss your experience and offer honest guidance. \n About Me I’m Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment. I specialise in placing commercial, project management, and site professionals across London and the South East. I take a personal, consultative approach, helping you secure roles that genuinely support your long-term ambitions. \n Whether you’re actively looking or just exploring your options, feel free to get in touch — I’m here to help you take the next step in your career.