Quantity Surveyor

We Build Recruitment are currently looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor for our client who are a leading UK-based contractor specialising in commercial joinery, bespoke manufacturing, and full interior fit-out solutions across multiple sectors including hospitality, retail, corporate, and public environments.

The Quantity Surveyor manage all financial and contractual aspects of commercial joinery and fit-out projects, ensuring cost efficiency, value delivery, and compliance with contractual obligations from tender stage through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Contract / Tender Stage

* Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for bespoke joinery and fit-out projects

* Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements

* Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations

* Support value engineering exercises to optimise project costs

* Assist in developing cost plans aligned with client budgets

Post-Contract / Project Delivery

* Manage project budgets and monitor cost performance throughout lifecycle

* Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment, and variations

* Control and track material procurement costs (e.g. timber, partitions, ceilings, bespoke items)

* Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure financial control of works

* Manage subcontractor accounts, payments, and final accounts

* Ensure projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters

Commercial Management

* Interpret and administer contract conditions

* Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and cost variations

* Provide accurate financial reporting and forecasting

* Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams

Project Collaboration

* Collaborate with design, production, and installation teams to ensure alignment between cost, design, and delivery

* Support project managers overseeing full trade fit-out works including joinery, partitions, ceilings, and interior finishes

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction, ideally within:

* Commercial interiors

* Joinery / shopfitting

* Fit-out projects

* Strong understanding of cost planning and commercial control

* Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply chains

* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

* Proficient in Excel and commercial management software

* Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Desirable

* Experience with bespoke manufacturing or joinery projects

* Knowledge of multi-trade fit-out environments

* Familiarity with UK standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)

* Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related discipline