Quantity Surveyor

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Kirtlington

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This permanent, full-time Quantity Surveyor role oversees the financial management of residential, commercial, and public sector construction projects. The work involves preparing cost plans, leading subcontractor procurement, negotiating final accounts, and monitoring project budgets to ensure delivery remains on track.

Best for

Experienced Quantity Surveyors with a background in construction and property services.

Non-negotiable

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.

What you need

Required

  • Quantity Surveying

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Cost management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Procurement

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Contract administration

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Negotiation

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Financial management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Stakeholder management

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.

Your day-to-day

  • Manage commercial and financial aspects

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Prepare cost plans and forecasts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Lead subcontractor procurement

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Negotiate payments and accounts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor project financial performance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Produce commercial reports

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Full job description (from employer)⌄

Location: Oxfordshire Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction and property services business delivering a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, refurbishment, and public sector projects. This role offers the chance to work on a wide range of schemes, taking responsibility for the commercial performance of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on budget, on programme, and to the highest standards. This position would suit a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor seeking a long-term opportunity within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial and financial management of construction and refurbishment projects, ensuring effective cost control and maximising project profitability throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial and financial aspects of multiple construction and refurbishment projects. Prepare cost plans, budgets, estimates, valuations, and cash flow forecasts. Lead subcontractor procurement, tender enquiries, and package assessments. Negotiate subcontractor payments, variations, and final accounts. Monitor project costs and financial performance against budgets. Identify and manage commercial risks while maximising opportunities for value engineering and profitability. Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Produce accurate commercial reports and financial forecasts. Work closely with operational teams to maintain commercial control throughout project delivery. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry. Experience delivering residential, commercial, refurbishment, maintenance, or public sector projects. Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts. Experience managing subcontractor packages and commercial negotiations. A sound understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and financial management skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience. What's on Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. A varied and interesting project portfolio. Long-term career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Exposure to projects from inception through to completion. The opportunity to play a key role within an established and growing business. Apply Now If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to further your career with a respected construction and property services organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion and more information about this opportunity

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