Quantity Surveyor
CV-LibraryHertford, HertfordshirepermanentPosted: 16 October 2026
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Sector: Fit Out & Refurbishment
Project Values: Up to £3 million
The Opportunity
An established construction contractor based in Hertfordshire is looking to recruit a Framework Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, supporting the delivery of a varied portfolio of fit-out, refurbishment and capital works projects.
Working with established clients on a framework basis, the business delivers projects ranging from smaller specialist works through to larger-scale refurbishments and capital projects. Schemes can include office refurbishments, internal reconfigurations, M&E upgrades, specialist installations and wider building improvement works, with project values of up to £3 million.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing multiple projects, building strong client relationships and taking ownership of the commercial process from initial pricing through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
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Take commercial responsibility for multiple fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects delivered under client frameworks.
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Prepare and review estimates, tender submissions, cost plans and project budgets.
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Manage subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, negotiation and appointment.
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Monitor project costs, cash flow, valuations and financial forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
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Prepare and submit applications for payment, interim valuations and final accounts.
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Assess variations, compensation events and additional works, ensuring all changes are accurately valued and agreed.
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Produce regular cost reports and provide clear updates on project performance, risks and commercial progress.
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Work closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
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Identify opportunities for value engineering, cost savings and improved commercial performance.
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Maintain strong working relationships with framework clients, supporting repeat business and long-term partnerships.
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Ensure commercial procedures, contractual obligations and reporting requirements are consistently followed.
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or construction environment.
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Experience delivering fit-out, refurbishment, maintenance or capital works projects.
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An understanding of framework contracts and the commercial requirements associated with repeat-client work would be advantageous.
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Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, ideally with values up to £3 million.
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Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement, cost control, valuations, variations and final accounts.
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Commercially astute, organised and confident communicating with clients and supply chain partners.
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Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and take ownership of commercial outcomes.
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A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a strong attention to detail.
Why Apply?
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Join an established contractor with a varied and consistent pipeline of work.
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Work on a diverse range of fit-out, refurbishment and specialist construction projects.
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Take ownership of projects from initial pricing through to completion and final account.
*
Build long-term relationships with established framework clients.
*
Become part of a close-knit team that values quality, collaboration and commercial transparency.
*
Enjoy the opportunity to make a direct impact on project profitability and client satisfaction.
If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking for a varied role with genuine commercial responsibility and the opportunity to develop within a growing construction business, we would be keen to hear from you
Sector: Fit Out & Refurbishment
Project Values: Up to £3 million
The Opportunity
An established construction contractor based in Hertfordshire is looking to recruit a Framework Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, supporting the delivery of a varied portfolio of fit-out, refurbishment and capital works projects.
Working with established clients on a framework basis, the business delivers projects ranging from smaller specialist works through to larger-scale refurbishments and capital projects. Schemes can include office refurbishments, internal reconfigurations, M&E upgrades, specialist installations and wider building improvement works, with project values of up to £3 million.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing multiple projects, building strong client relationships and taking ownership of the commercial process from initial pricing through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
*
Take commercial responsibility for multiple fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects delivered under client frameworks.
*
Prepare and review estimates, tender submissions, cost plans and project budgets.
*
Manage subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, negotiation and appointment.
*
Monitor project costs, cash flow, valuations and financial forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
*
Prepare and submit applications for payment, interim valuations and final accounts.
*
Assess variations, compensation events and additional works, ensuring all changes are accurately valued and agreed.
*
Produce regular cost reports and provide clear updates on project performance, risks and commercial progress.
*
Work closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
*
Identify opportunities for value engineering, cost savings and improved commercial performance.
*
Maintain strong working relationships with framework clients, supporting repeat business and long-term partnerships.
*
Ensure commercial procedures, contractual obligations and reporting requirements are consistently followed.
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or construction environment.
*
Experience delivering fit-out, refurbishment, maintenance or capital works projects.
*
An understanding of framework contracts and the commercial requirements associated with repeat-client work would be advantageous.
*
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, ideally with values up to £3 million.
*
Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement, cost control, valuations, variations and final accounts.
*
Commercially astute, organised and confident communicating with clients and supply chain partners.
*
Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and take ownership of commercial outcomes.
*
A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a strong attention to detail.
Why Apply?
*
Join an established contractor with a varied and consistent pipeline of work.
*
Work on a diverse range of fit-out, refurbishment and specialist construction projects.
*
Take ownership of projects from initial pricing through to completion and final account.
*
Build long-term relationships with established framework clients.
*
Become part of a close-knit team that values quality, collaboration and commercial transparency.
*
Enjoy the opportunity to make a direct impact on project profitability and client satisfaction.
If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking for a varied role with genuine commercial responsibility and the opportunity to develop within a growing construction business, we would be keen to hear from you