At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project budgets, costs, and contracts while ensuring client satisfaction.
- Company: Join Marcon, a leading firm in Quantity Surveying with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, private medical insurance, extra holidays, and team-building activities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting projects in retail, hospitality, and heritage sectors across the UK & ROI.
- Qualifications: BSc in Quantity Surveying and 10 years of experience in a contractor's QS role.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Marcon are looking for a talented and driven individual to join our expanding Quantity Surveying department. The role will entail supporting our QS department in a range of activities as we continue to provide a high standard fit‑out service for our blue chip and independent clients. The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of small works, major refurbishment and new‑build contracts with our client portfolio working throughout the UK & ROI, primarily within the Retail and Hospitality and Heritage Sectors. This exciting role is in a fast‑paced environment, is best suited to a candidate who is adaptable, proactive, organised, thrives to be challenged, meets deadlines and is eager to learn. The role will involve a diverse number of fast‑track projects and various contract types.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Cost Management & Planning
- Prepare and manage project budgets and cost plans
- Monitor project costs and identify variations or risks
- Ensure cost control throughout the project lifecycle
- Advise clients and stakeholders on cost‑effective solutions
- Lead negotiations with contractors and suppliers and recommend contractor appointments
- Contract Administration
- Administer construction contracts (e.g. NEC, JCT, FIDIC)
- Ensure all parties comply with contractual terms
- Manage change control (variations)
- Prepare and issue payment certificates
- Handle contractual correspondence and documentation
- Commercial Management
- Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts
- Track and report on financial performance
- Manage and maximise project profitability
- Identify and mitigate commercial risks
- Valuations & Payments
- Assess and certify interim payments
- Evaluate final accounts
- Measure completed works and verify contractor claims
- Ensure payments reflect actual progress and contract terms
- Identify potential project risks (financial and contractual)
- Lead or contribute to value engineering exercises
- Propose alternatives to reduce cost without compromising quality
- Stakeholder & Client Management
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, and consultants
- Present financial reports and updates
- Provide expert advice on commercial and contractual issues
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships
- Supervise and support junior QS and commercial staff
- Review work for accuracy and quality
- Contribute to team performance and knowledge sharing
- Reporting & Documentation
- Produce detailed cost reports and financial summaries
- Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions
- Ensure transparency and audit readiness
- Manage and resolve claims and disputes
- Prepare documentation for adjudication, arbitration, or litigation
- Negotiate settlements between conflicting parties
Skills and Experience - Essential Criteria
- BSc in (Hons) Quantity Surveying (or similar)
- Minimum 10 years post qualification experience working as a contractor’s QS, preferably in a fit‑out environment
- Advanced cost estimation and financial analysis
- Deep understanding of construction contracts
- Negotiation and dispute resolution skills
- Leadership and communication abilities
- High attention to detail and analytical thinking
Salary and Benefits
- Salary negotiable pending experience
- Private Medical Insurance Scheme
- Additional holidays pending length of service
- Team Building Activities
Marcon are an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Senior Quantity Surveyor employer: Marcon Fit-Out Ltd.
Marcon is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work environment, ideal for those looking to advance their careers in Quantity Surveying. With a focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development through diverse projects across the UK & ROI, particularly in the Retail, Hospitality, and Heritage sectors. Our commitment to team building and a strong work-life balance, alongside competitive benefits like private medical insurance and additional holidays based on service, makes Marcon a rewarding place to work.
