Quantity Surveyor

Surveyor / Estimator Property Services Permanent Role Gloucestershire Region

An established and reputable construction business is seeking a Surveyor/Estimator to join its Property Services division on a permanent basis.

This specialist division delivers insurance-related repair and reinstatement projects, typically following events such as flooding, fire damage, escape of water, and other building defects. Projects range from domestic and multi-residential to educational, industrial, and commercial buildings.

The successful candidate will be working across both tendered and negotiated projects, with values typically ranging from £10,000 to £500,000, as well as measured term/schedule of rates contracts from £20,000 to £100,000.

We re looking for someone who enjoys operating in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment and who can work with clients, consultants, and subcontractors in a spirit of mutual trust and cooperation. A significant portion of the work is from repeat clients, with whom the business holds long-standing relationships.

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Experience:

• Commercially minded and collaborative

• Able to work on their own initiative with some guidance

• A strong team player with excellent communication skills

• Based within reasonable commuting distance (ideally within 45 minutes) of the Gloucestershire area

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Responsibilities:

• Preparing tenders and estimates for both negotiated and competitive projects

• Measuring works from drawings and on site

• Preparing and submitting quotations

• Negotiating and agreeing contract sums

• Preparing valuations, invoices, and forecasts

• Pricing and agreeing variations and final accounts

• Managing subcontractor procurement, orders, payments, and variations

• Attending site and team meetings

• Supporting delivery teams with commercial and contractual advice

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Requirements:

• Good knowledge of construction processes and building regulations

• Experience with JCT contracts and measured term/schedule of rates projects

• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and Outlook

• A professional qualification in a related field is desirable

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Package:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)

• Company car or car allowance

• Fuel card

• Private health insurance (including spouse)

• Company pension scheme

• Life insurance

• Paid holiday allowance

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term future with a well-regarded, people-focused construction business.