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Quantity Surveyor

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Reading Full-time GBP 40,000 – 55,000
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Quantity Surveyor - Berkshire

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance
Location: Berkshire
Sectors: Education | Commercial | Leisure | Healthcare
Project Type: New Build & Refurbishment (Typically £1m-£10m)

About the Role

We are working with a well-established regional contractor to appoint an intermediate-level Quantity Surveyor or someone looking to take the next step in their career.

This opportunity will see you working across a range of new build and refurbishment projects, typically valued between £1m and £10m, supporting both preconstruction and delivery teams.

The role offers excellent exposure across the full project lifecycle, making it ideal for someone keen to develop their commercial skills within a supportive and growing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

  • Assist with managing project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasts

  • Support the procurement of subcontract packages

  • Prepare and review valuations, variations, and final accounts

  • Monitor project costs and ensure financial targets are achieved

Procurement & Packages
  • Manage subcontractor packages from tender through to final account

  • Support negotiations and ensure best value is achieved across the supply chain

  • Work closely with site teams to track progress and manage costs

Preconstruction Support
  • Assist with tender processes, including pricing and cost planning

  • Support preparation of estimates and subcontract enquiries

  • Contribute to buildability and value engineering discussions

Stakeholder Engagement
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and senior commercial staff

  • Build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers

  • Maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders

What We're Looking For
  • Experience as an Assistant or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor

  • Exposure to new build and refurbishment projects

  • Strong understanding of subcontractor packages and cost management

  • Eagerness to learn and progress within a commercial role

  • Good communication and organisational skills

  • Some knowledge of JCT contracts preferred

  • Relevant qualification (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or similar

Salary & Benefits
  • £40,000 - £57,000 (DOE)

  • Car allowance

  • Pension scheme

  • Strong progression opportunities

  • Exposure to a variety of project types and sectors

  • Supportive team environment and structured development

How to Apply

If you'd like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Southampton.

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