Quantity Surveyor

Location: Hertfordshire
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

• 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.