Junior Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor

Key Responsibilities

• Support project cost management, including cash flow forecasts, monthly valuations, cost reports and commercial reviews.

• Assist with procurement and tendering, including measuring quantities, preparing tender packages, liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, and comparing quotations to identify gaps and risks.

• Coordinate subcontractor and consultant appointments, ensuring internal approvals, signed orders, supporting documents and collateral warranties are in place before work begins.

• Assess monthly payment applications from subcontractors and consultants, prepare payment certificates or notices as required, and process approved payments through the relevant commercial system.

• Maintain accurate project records and document control, including contracts, valuations, variations, cost reports, cash flows and payment records.

• Support the commercial team with claims and disputes by gathering records, preparing reports and helping establish the project’s contractual position.

• Identify value engineering opportunities and assist with material purchasing to achieve cost-effective outcomes.

• Provide estimating support when required, including measuring works, issuing enquiries, comparing quotations and checking tender coverage.

Requirements

• Good understanding of construction contracts, procurement and commercial management.

• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with SAP or similar commercial systems is an advantage.

• Well organised, proactive and able to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.