Bennett and Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a well-established contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute construction professional to take ownership of multiple projects from contract award through to final account, while also supporting project delivery and coordination.
This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys both commercial management and project support, with the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and play a key part in successful project delivery.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial and project co-ordination aspects of several live projects, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Review contract documentation including terms and conditions, employer's requirements, drawings, warranties, and bonds
Provide commercial and contractual advice throughout the lifecycle of each project
Attend pre-contract and post-contract meetings
Monitor, price, and agree project variations and change orders
Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment and manage interim valuations
Oversee payment tracking and ensure timely agreement of final accounts
Produce cost value reconciliations (CVRs), forecasts, and cash flow reports
Support dispute resolution where required
Prepare tender enquiries and subcontract packages
Negotiate subcontract terms and place orders
Manage subcontractor applications, payments, and final accounts
Help improve internal commercial processes and procedures
Support junior commercial staff and encourage best practice across the teamRequirements
Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within construction
Strong understanding of contract administration, valuations, CVRs, and subcontract management
Experience working across multiple projects simultaneously
Good knowledge of construction processes and project delivery
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
Willingness to travel to site when requiredBennett 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
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year