Carter & Reeve Recruitment

Our client is a leading nationwide multidisciplinary commercial and retail fit-out construction company. With an expanding portfolio of exciting works for 2025/26 and beyond, they re seeking a dynamic and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their close-knit team and drive the successful delivery of our projects. This role is ideally suited to someone with Tier 2/3 design and build principal contractor experience within the commercial and retail fit-out sector Key Duties & Responsibilities Establishing client requirements and undertake feasibility studies to ensure their proposals will work Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders, such as materials, quantities, labour, and time Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client Negotiate contracts and work schedules Allocate work to subcontractors and oversee their work at all stages of the construction Perform risk, value management and cost control during construction Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work Manage/ Supervise junior and intermediate surveyors Advise on a procurement strategy Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks Provide advice on contractual claims and disputes Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports Value completed work, oversee bills, and arrange payments Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use Understand the implications of health and safety regulations Qualifications Experience & Education: Quantity Surveying degree (2:1 or higher) or 4+ years of experience in a similar role. Commercial Fit-Out and/or Main Contracting experience Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction disciplines and health and safety regulations. Ideally Commercial and Retail Fit-Out Skills: Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Attributes: Self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism. Essential: Full UK driving licence Full eligibility to work in the UK.