Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor
Coulsdon Surrey
Up to £60,000 plus car allowance
Our client is a well‑established and forward‑thinking main contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work for the year ahead. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Quantity Surveyor.
The business delivers healthcare and commercial refurbishment and new build projects under JCT and NEC contracts, with typical project values ranging from £2m to £10m. The role is office-based in Coulsdon with regular site visits across London and the Home Counties, particularly Surrey and London.
Known for their collaborative culture, supportive management style and high standards of delivery, the company provides a stable platform for a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop within a sharp, well-structured commercial team.
Role Summary
The Quantity Surveyor will take commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project teams, clients and the supply chain, the role focuses on maintaining strong commercial control, managing risk and supporting successful project delivery, particularly within live healthcare environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor from a main contracting background to join a growing business with long term ambitions and a healthy pipeline of work.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial management of healthcare refurbishment and new build projects valued between £2m and £10m
Cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Procurement and management of subcontractors and supply chain
Preparation and agreement of valuations, variations and final accounts
Commercial reporting and cost and value reconciliation
Risk management and change control
Close liaison with site teams, consultants and clients
Supporting junior members of the commercial team where required
Person Specification
Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment
Degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar construction discipline
Healthcare project experience is essential
Experience delivering refurbishment and new build projects with a main contractor
Why This Role
Established and supportive commercial team
Strong pipeline of secured work and long term stability
Forward thinking contractor with clear ambitions
Regional projects across London and the Home Counties
Opportunity to play a key role in the commercial success of the business
Keywords
This role suits a Quantity Surveyor with strong experience in construction and commercial management, confident working as a QS within a main contractor environment on healthcare projects, refurbishment schemes and new build work. The position is based in Coulsdon in Surrey with regular travel into London and the Home Counties, so experience delivering construction projects across these regions is valuable. Day‑to‑day work includes cost management, cost planning, subcontract procurement, valuations, final accounts and full project delivery responsibilities under both JCT and NEC contracts, operating as part of a well structured commercial team.