Quantity Surveyor

Thomas Gray Ltd
Bromley, Greater London
We are working with an established SME main contractor to recruit an experienced, commercially driven Quantity Surveyor for their Planned Maintenance division. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor delivering planned works programmes that improve the quality of social housing across London and the South East.

The successful candidate will take full commercial responsibility for assigned projects, ensuring robust cost control, accurate reporting, effective procurement, and strong financial governance throughout the project lifecycle. There is also scope to support and mentor junior commercial staff and contribute to wider commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Financial Reporting

* Set and manage budgets for preliminaries, plant, labour, and materials.

* Maintain accurate monthly cost-to-complete forecasts aligned with project delivery.

* Develop and update cashflow forecasts.

* Report monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) with variance analysis and financial commentary.

* Provide regular updates on project budget performance to the Managing Quantity Surveyor.

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

* Develop procurement schedules in line with project programmes.

* Prepare and issue tender documentation for subcontractor and supply chain procurement.

* Lead subcontractor analysis and prepare recommendation reports.

* Secure best value by negotiating subcontractor terms and managing plant procurement strategies.

* Monitor on-hire plant and equipment usage, identifying cost efficiencies.

Contract & Compliance Management

* Ensure compliance with contract setup procedures and internal authorisation processes.

* Conduct site visits to assess tender assumptions and validate project conditions.

* Provide commercial feedback to estimating teams based on out-turn performance.

* Complete contract close-out tasks including demobilisation and finalisation of accounts.

Subcontractor & Site Management

* Conduct site measurements and agree valuations with subcontractors.

* Issue payment certificates and manage pay-less notices as required.

* Ensure proper certification and documentation is in place prior to payments.

* Proactively manage subcontractor relationships to reduce disputes and maintain progress.

Valuation & Client Interface

* Prepare and submit accurate valuations, including measured works and variations.

* Agree interim valuations with client representatives.

* Submit supporting documentation including photographs, site records, and certification.

* Monitor outstanding payments and support recovery of aged debt, including retention releases.

* Upload all valuation documentation to the company’s commercial system (e.g., SharePoint, Dropbox).

Variation & Final Account Management

Price and submit variations in line with contract mechanisms.

Ensure all variations are fully substantiated and clearly documented.

Support site teams in identifying and recording variations in real time.

Prepare and agree final accounts in line with contractual timescales.

Work closely with finance to recover outstanding debts and close out accounts.

Commercial Performance & Risk Management

Identify commercial risks and opportunities, maintaining a live risk register.

Monitor project KPIs and advise on mitigation strategies where adverse trends are identified.

Ensure key deadlines are met for CVRs, subcontract ordering, payments, and forecasting.

Maintain strong cost control to protect and enhance project margins.

Liaise closely with project and site management teams to support delivery efficiency and value.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Degree (BSc) or Diploma (HND/HNC) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.

Proven experience within social housing and/or planned maintenance.

Strong knowledge of pricing models including NHF SOR, schedule of rates, BOQ, and basket rates.

Ref: 4146JR
Posted 2026-01-21

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