Humres Technical Recruitment Limited

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Rayleigh

Type: Permanent

Salary: £55,000 Per Year

Posted on: 04/07/2025

Quantity Surveyor
 Location: Essex
 Sector: Commercial Construction
 Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience) + package

A long-established and highly respected main contractor operating across London and the Home Counties is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. With a focus on bespoke, high-end commercial projects – including new builds, major renovations, and sensitive refurbishments – this company takes pride in delivering craftsmanship-led construction with architectural precision.

The Role:
 Working closely with the Directors and site teams, the Quantity Surveyor will manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects from procurement through to final account. This role is ideal for a commercially astute individual who is comfortable in a client-facing capacity and has a passion for detail-driven, high-value homes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation
  • Procure and manage subcontractor packages
  • Monitor project costs and financial performance
  • Handle variations, valuations, and interim payments
  • Manage final accounts and client reporting
  • Attend site meetings and liaise closely with architects and designers
  • Ensure projects remain commercially viable and delivered within budget

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the commercial sector
  • Experience working on roofing, hospitals, schools, bars or schools projects.
  • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills
  • Comfortable working across multiple live projects
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting commercial projects
  • Supportive and close-knit team environment
  • Long-term progression within a financially stable and reputable company

If you’re looking to join a company where quality comes first and where your commercial expertise will directly impact the success of bespoke commercial builds, we’d love to hear from you.