Quantity Surveyor
Padstone Recruitment
Swanley · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£65,000 – £85,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Swanley, Kent
Category
Construction
Quantity Surveyor
We are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing residential refurbishment firm based around London and Kent projects. Fully office based or hybrid schemes available.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional individual to become established within a highly regarded construction client based in Kent. 5 days a week but expected to attend head office meetings as well.
The qs role -
Help with estimating and tendering process.
Produce and provide accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value
Preparing tender packages for main contractor and subcontract works
Continually monitor projected costs to completion in line with budget
Ensure contract variations are identified, valued and turned into agreed variation orders with the customer in a timely manner
Ensure that each sub-contractors account is managed strictly in accordance with their terms and conditions
Vetting tenders
Variations and claims - facilitate the resolution of disputes relating to outstanding payments to subcontractors and creditors
Producing monthly contract reports detailing current status of the contracts, including cash flow forecasts and liabilities
Provide input in construction project commercial/legal/strategic meetings
Candidates must have -
Own transport to commute to office.
A full or new QS accredited qualification.
Experience in Buying or Quantity Surveying related to construction
Experience in administering main contractor or client accounts to final agreement, with a successful run of closures of these accounts with the client
Knowledge of the residential and construction market
To register your interest and inquire about interviews please send your CV and CALL PADSTONE NOW - (phone number removed)
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