Quantity Surveyor
3 days ago
Luton
Position: Quantity Surveyor Location: Luton Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare) Contract Type: Permanent Sector: Main Contractor – Commercial Projects A leading main contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, delivering multiple Commercial Projects around the region. The company is recognised for its structured project delivery, long-standing client relationships and technical excellence across large-scale construction projects. Key Responsibilities: • Obtain and assess multiple quotations from the supply chain for all domestic work packages, • Ensure enquiry documentation is comprehensive and aligned with contractual requirements, • Carry out commercial assessment of subcontractor quotations with the site team, • Support contract preparation and execution, including insurance, bonds and warranties, • Ensure proper subcontract orders are placed in line with authorisation levels, • Prepare and submit interim valuations and variations in accordance with client contracts, • Assess and authorise subcontractor payments and invoices, • Manage debt collection in collaboration with the accounts team, • Support final account agreements and cost reporting procedures, • Ensure strong commercial governance, record-keeping, and risk management across projects, • Liaise with project teams to provide commercial insight and updates, • Work closely with estimating and pre-construction teams on cost planning and tender returns Experience and Qualifications: • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience, • Proven experience delivering commercial construction projects above £10m, • Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement, and contractual compliance, • Proficient with Microsoft Excel and commercial management systems (COINS or similar preferred), • Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and maintain strong attention to detail This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with a forward-thinking contractor delivering major commercial projects.