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Vacancy Summary Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: ###### Location: Hertfordshire (Office and site-based across the local area) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £60k-£65k basic + competitive package (including company car or car allowance, healthcare, bonus, and additional benefits) Company & Project Overview An established, highly profitable Tier 1 Main Contractor with a robust long-term pipeline is expanding its commercial team following a series of significant project wins across Hertfordshire.
As Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a c£20m new-build project within the Healthcare, Education, or Life Sciences sector. This role offers a clear pathway for career progression, backed by comprehensive support for further professional development and chartership. Key Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will oversee all day-to-day commercial functions through 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery, including: Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Placing subcontract orders, managing accounts, and overseeing 2nd stage procurement.
Commercial Control: Carrying out accurate measurements, valuations, applications for payment, and account reconciliations. Financial Reporting: Assisting in the production and management of detailed Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports. Contractual Compliance: Ensuring strict adherence to all project and contractual requirements throughout the build lifecycle. Desirable Experience 5+ years of post-qualification experience as a Quantity Surveyor within main contracting.
Strong working knowledge of JCT Design & Build (D&B) contracts. Proven negotiation skills and a strong background in subcontractor procurement. Relevant Previous Roles, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Assistant Commercial Manager, or Project Surveyor. Qualifications & Skills Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (or NVQ Level 6