New Quantity Surveyor Position

• Position: Quantity Surveyor
• Contract type: Permanent
• Location: Sussex (projects will span Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Dorset)
• Salary: DOE + package
• Skilled Careers contact: Mark Dixon (Maidstone branch)
• Vacancy reference: 83959

The company:

A well established national main contractor delivering refurbishment and new build schemes procured through design & build contracts.  Projects range from minor £2m schemes up to £20m major works contracts.

The role:

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor with a background in main contracting with proven experience in managing the commercial delivery of design and build projects.  Working with site based project teams, your responsibilities as Quantity Surveyor may include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of projects up to £20 million in value.
• Full management of accounts, including procurement, placing orders, payments and final accounting.
• Assessing subcontractor progress and budget compliance.
• Undertaking valuations.
• Producing accurate internal and external financial reports, forecasts and liabilities.
• Identifying opportunities to maximise value and reduce costs.
• Highlighting risks and developing mitigation strategies.

About you:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on projects valued at £5m+.
• Demonstrable expertise in package procurement and management across high-value, complex scopes.
• Proficiency with JCT contracts.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline or RICS accredited.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, commercially focused mindset with a keen eye for detail and risk.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working on your own initiative.

Why apply for this role

• The opportunity to join a highly stable business and a healthy pipeline of work with repeat clients.
• A competitive salary and package.
• 25 days of holiday per year plus Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
• A welcoming team with a supportive culture and great project teams with exceptional talent and experience.