Fit-Out Senior Quantity Surveyor
Our client is a leading nationwide multidisciplinary commercial and retail fit-out construction company. With an expanding portfolio of exciting works for 2025/26 and beyond, they’re seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their close-knit team and drive the successful delivery of our projects.
This role is ideally suited to someone with Tier 2/3 design and build principal contractor experience within the commercial and retail fit-out sector
Key Duties & Responsibilities
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Assist in establishing a client’s requirements and undertake feasibility studies to ensure their proposals will work
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Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders, such as materials, quantities, labour, and time
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Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client
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Negotiate contracts and work schedules
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Allocate work to subcontractors and oversee their work at all stages of the construction
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Perform risk, value management and cost control during construction
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Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work
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Advise on a procurement strategy
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Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks
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Provide advice on contractual claims and disputes
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Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports
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Value completed work, oversee bills, and arrange payments
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Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use
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Understand the implications of health and safety regulations
Qualifications
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Experience & Education: Quantity Surveying degree (2:1 or higher) or 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
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Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction disciplines and health and safety regulations. Ideally Commercial and Retail Fit-Out
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Skills: Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
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Attributes: Self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism.
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Essential: Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK
