Quantity Surveyor

  • Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
  • St. Albans, Hertfordshire
  • Jun 27, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor Drylining, SFS & Fit-Out Hertfordshire (with London Site Travel)

Award-Winning Specialist Subcontractor Residential & Commercial Projects Full-Time Role

Are you a commercially savvy Quantity Surveyor with experience in drylining or interior systems?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, multi-award-winning subcontractor delivering large-scale residential and commercial projects across London and the Home Counties. With a strong order book, supportive leadership, and a growing team, this role offers genuine long-term progression.

What You ll Be Doing (The Role)

As a Quantity Surveyor, you ll manage the financial and contractual aspects of multiple drylining, SFS, screed, and render packages typically on residential new builds and major fit-out schemes.
  • Prepare, negotiate and submit valuations, variations, and final accounts
  • Monitor costs, cash flow, and profitability across multiple live projects
  • Procure subcontractors and manage orders, ensuring competitive rates and compliance
  • Assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities
  • Liaise with clients, site managers, and the commercial team to maintain smooth financial operations
  • Support tendering and estimating with build-ups and package input as required
About You

You re an organised and proactive Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a fast-paced subcontractor environment.
  • Proven experience as a QS or Assistant QS within drylining, fit-out, or specialist subcontracting
  • Strong working knowledge of SFS, plastering, screeding, ceilings, or fire protection systems
  • Familiar with valuations, variations, and final account processes
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Confident managing multiple projects across London and the South East
  • Competent with Microsoft Excel and standard QS software/tools
About the Company

This award-winning drylining and interiors subcontractor has delivered high-profile schemes across London, Hertfordshire, and beyond for over 25 years. With projects ranging from luxury apartments to major residential developments, they are known for quality, safety, and consistency. Their in-house expertise covers drylining, SFS, rendering, screeding, and fire protection making them a go-to contractor for top developers.

What s In It For You?
  • Competitive salary up to £75,000 based on experience
  • Travel allowance or car package
  • Yearly bonus linked to performance
  • Secure, long-term role with a thriving subcontractor
  • Variety of interesting residential and commercial schemes
  • Supportive, knowledgeable team and experienced leadership
How to Apply

Ready to step into a Quantity Surveyor role with a contractor that values quality and rewards results? Apply now and we ll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss the opportunity. Don t miss your chance to join one of the region s top-performing interior specialists!