Kent – Site & Office Based
Quantity Surveyors / Estimators
Full-time
17-08-2025
03-09-2025
CA16
£60,000 – £85,000 per annum (DOE)
About the Company / Project:
An established civil engineering and construction contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its commercial team in Kent. Operating across major infrastructure and structural projects, the company delivers high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant solutions throughout the South East.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing costs, contracts, and commercial risks across a range of works. The role involves taking ownership of project finances from procurement and valuations through to final accounts, ensuring value is maximised while maintaining quality and compliance.
Key Duties:
- Prepare valuations, applications for payment, and cost reports
- Maintain accurate commercial reporting and internal forecasts
- Administer subcontractor accounts, from requisitions and payments to final settlements
- Oversee subcontract and materials procurement schedules
- Undertake contract administration, including change management and associated registers
- Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
- Support the wider project delivery team with robust cost and risk control
Experience & Qualifications:
- Relevant industry qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
- Strong commercial and contractual knowledge, including standard forms of contract
- Experience within civils, groundworks, or structural engineering projects
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
What’s On Offer:
- £60,000 – £85,000 per annum (DOE)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Career progression and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to a variety of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects