Quantity Surveyor

  • Solution Search Limited - Construction
  • Woodford Green, Essex
  • 11/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Well-established, small building contractor based in East London, delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects across London and the surrounding areas require an experienced Quantity surveyor to join their team and play a key role in the commercial management of their projects.

Reporting to the Directors, you will take full commercial responsibility for 3-4 projects from pre-construction through to final account. This is a hands-on role offering real autonomy and the opportunity to influence commercial strategy within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Managing all commercial aspects of projects from tender to final account

  • Preparing cost plans, budgets, and feasibility assessments

  • Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration

  • Valuations, variations, and interim applications for payment

  • Cost reporting and cash flow forecasting

  • Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and margin targets

  • Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and project teams

You will be :

  • Experienced as a Quantity Surveyor, with at least 4 years at Senior level

  • Have experience working for a main contractor

  • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts

  • Proven experience managing projects independently

  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills

  • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (preferred)

  • RICS accreditation (desirable but not essential)