Quantity surveyor

Company: Randstad
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will own the commercial aspects of allocated remediation schemes, safeguarding margins and cash flow. You will work within the commercial team to drive profitability on long-term facade and fire remediation projects. You’ll collaborate with site teams and mentors, shaping commercial processes across the project lifecycle. This is a long-term opportunity with a flexible permanent or temp-to-perm arrangement in central Waterloo.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary 65,000 – 75,000
  • Permanent or Temp-to-Perm flexibility
  • long-term pipeline of remediation works
  • central Waterloo location
  • site travel requirements
  • opportunity for career progression

Responsibilities

  • Produce and maintain CVRs and Cost to Complete forecasts
  • Manage project cash flow and track gross margins
  • Create procurement schedules and appoint subcontractors
  • Negotiate variations and conduct pre-start meetings
  • Value work on site, raise invoices, and process subcontractor valuations
  • Assess contractual and commercial risks; produce monthly updates; ensure SHE compliance
  • Mentor Trainee Quantity Surveyors
  • Support commercial leadership on remediation projects

Key requirements

  • Experience in Facade Remediation and/or Fire Remediation
  • Valid UK Driving License for site visits
  • BSc or HND in Quantity Surveying or related subject
  • CIOB or RICS membership is desirable
  • Valid CSCS card and Asbestos Awareness certification
  • Solid understanding of standard forms of contract, CVR management, measurement standards, and MS Office
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Commercial awareness
  • Risk management
  • CVR management
  • Cost to Complete (CTC) forecasting
  • Procurement planning and subcontractor management

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Posted: October 1st, 2026