Quantity surveyor
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£73k - £85k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Berkshire
Location: Berkshire (regional projects)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Sector: Construction | Healthcare, Education & Leisure
The Opportunity
A well-established main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work.
The business operates across healthcare, education, housing, and leisure sectors, delivering projects typically between £3m-£14m. Their work is a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes, predominantly under JCT Design & Build contracts.
They have built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with clients across the South.
This is a key role within the commercial team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and manage them through the full lifecycle within a stable and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management - Take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final accountCost Control - Manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure financial targets are metProcurement - Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointmentSubcontractor Management - Manage subcontractor accounts, variations, and paymentsValuations - Prepare and manage applications for payment and final accountsRisk Management - Identify and manage commercial risks across projectsCollaboration - Work closely with site, design, and senior management teams to ensure smooth project delivery
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor
Experience delivering projects in the £3m-£14m range
Background across healthcare, education, or leisure projects (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Ability to manage projects independently
Good communication and negotiation skills
Degree qualified or equivalent (preferred)
Full UK driving licenceWhat's on Offer
£70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance + package
Opportunity to work across a range of projects and sectors
Strong pipeline of secured regional work
Stable business with repeat clients
Clear progression within the commercial teamHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Location: Berkshire (regional projects)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Sector: Construction | Healthcare, Education & Leisure
The Opportunity
A well-established main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work.
The business operates across healthcare, education, housing, and leisure sectors, delivering projects typically between £3m-£14m. Their work is a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes, predominantly under JCT Design & Build contracts.
They have built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with clients across the South.
This is a key role within the commercial team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and manage them through the full lifecycle within a stable and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management - Take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final accountCost Control - Manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure financial targets are metProcurement - Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointmentSubcontractor Management - Manage subcontractor accounts, variations, and paymentsValuations - Prepare and manage applications for payment and final accountsRisk Management - Identify and manage commercial risks across projectsCollaboration - Work closely with site, design, and senior management teams to ensure smooth project delivery
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor
Experience delivering projects in the £3m-£14m range
Background across healthcare, education, or leisure projects (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Ability to manage projects independently
Good communication and negotiation skills
Degree qualified or equivalent (preferred)
Full UK driving licenceWhat's on Offer
£70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance + package
Opportunity to work across a range of projects and sectors
Strong pipeline of secured regional work
Stable business with repeat clients
Clear progression within the commercial teamHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Reference: 225123060
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Quantity surveyor
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£73k - £85k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Berkshire
Location: Berkshire (regional projects)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Sector: Construction | Healthcare, Education & Leisure
The Opportunity
A well-established main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work.
The business operates across healthcare, education, housing, and leisure sectors, delivering projects typically between £3m-£14m. Their work is a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes, predominantly under JCT Design & Build contracts.
They have built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with clients across the South.
This is a key role within the commercial team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and manage them through the full lifecycle within a stable and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management - Take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final accountCost Control - Manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure financial targets are metProcurement - Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointmentSubcontractor Management - Manage subcontractor accounts, variations, and paymentsValuations - Prepare and manage applications for payment and final accountsRisk Management - Identify and manage commercial risks across projectsCollaboration - Work closely with site, design, and senior management teams to ensure smooth project delivery
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor
Experience delivering projects in the £3m-£14m range
Background across healthcare, education, or leisure projects (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Ability to manage projects independently
Good communication and negotiation skills
Degree qualified or equivalent (preferred)
Full UK driving licenceWhat's on Offer
£70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance + package
Opportunity to work across a range of projects and sectors
Strong pipeline of secured regional work
Stable business with repeat clients
Clear progression within the commercial teamHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Location: Berkshire (regional projects)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Sector: Construction | Healthcare, Education & Leisure
The Opportunity
A well-established main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work.
The business operates across healthcare, education, housing, and leisure sectors, delivering projects typically between £3m-£14m. Their work is a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes, predominantly under JCT Design & Build contracts.
They have built a strong reputation for delivering quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with clients across the South.
This is a key role within the commercial team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and manage them through the full lifecycle within a stable and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management - Take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final accountCost Control - Manage project budgets, forecasts, and reporting to ensure financial targets are metProcurement - Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointmentSubcontractor Management - Manage subcontractor accounts, variations, and paymentsValuations - Prepare and manage applications for payment and final accountsRisk Management - Identify and manage commercial risks across projectsCollaboration - Work closely with site, design, and senior management teams to ensure smooth project delivery
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor
Experience delivering projects in the £3m-£14m range
Background across healthcare, education, or leisure projects (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Ability to manage projects independently
Good communication and negotiation skills
Degree qualified or equivalent (preferred)
Full UK driving licenceWhat's on Offer
£70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance + package
Opportunity to work across a range of projects and sectors
Strong pipeline of secured regional work
Stable business with repeat clients
Clear progression within the commercial teamHow to Apply
If you're interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Reference: 225123060
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