Location: Gloucester (Office-based with site travel as required)
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing main contractor specialising in commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. This role is ideal for a motivated QS with 3-5 years' experience who is confident managing multiple projects concurrently and is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and ambitious team.
Quantity Surveyor - Job Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of multiple live projects from early-stage procurement through to final accounts. You will work closely with the project delivery team to ensure financial control, contractual compliance, and successful project outcomes across a range of fast-paced fit-out and refurbishment schemes.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing project cost control from start to completion
Preparing cost plans, BOQs, procurement schedules, and tender documentation
Procuring subcontractor packages and negotiating best value rates
Managing valuations, variations, and subcontractor payments
Producing monthly CVRs, cost forecasts, and financial reports
Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and commercial targets
Liaising closely with project managers, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Maintaining contract compliance (JCT experience advantageous)
Supporting project teams with commercial guidance and problem solving
Quantity Surveyor - Requirements
3-5 years' Quantity Surveying experience
Experience working for a main contractor (essential)
Proven track record managing multiple live projects
Experience in fit-out, refurbishment, or general construction projects
Strong understanding of commercial management and subcontract procurement
Competent interpreting drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Based within commutable distance of Gloucester
Full UK driving licence
Quantity Surveyor - Salary & Benefits
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Car allowance (if applicable)
Private medical insurance
Pension scheme
28 days annual leave, including Christmas shutdown days
Annual performance-related bonus
Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business
Professional and supportive team environment
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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Salary description
£40000.00 - £55000.00 per year