Quantity Surveyor in Colchester

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: near Colchester, Essex

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year (or day rate) + Travel Expenses

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

Our client is a growing specialist contractor in architectural metalwork, delivering high-quality balconies, balustrades, staircases, and cladding projects across London. With turnover reaching £7m last year and ambitious plans to grow to £10–12m, we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us.

The Role

We’re seeking an energetic, motivated Quantity Surveyor who’s eager to learn and take ownership. This isn’t a role for someone who wants to wait years to climb the ladder - you’ll be directly involved in running multiple projects, learning how a specialist contracting business operates, and working closely with the board.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing and overseeing multiple projects at any one time up to £2m
• Handling cashflow, valuations, chasing payments, and preparing business reports
• Conducting site surveys and liaising with clients
• Supporting the small works division and ensuring commercial success
• Negotiating with main contractors
• Learning every aspect of specialist contracting from the ground up

What We’re Looking For

• A QS with a 2+ experience - ideally in specialist contracting
• Based near Colchester spending several days a week in head office as well as visiting sites in London (travel expensed)
• Personable, detail-oriented, commercially aware, and driven to succeed
• Happy to get involved in all areas of the business
• Flexible - can join as permanent (£40k–£50k) or freelance/day rate (with travel expenses covered)

Why Join Us?

• Direct mentoring from the business owner
• Exposure to all aspects of specialist contracting
• The chance to make a real impact in a growing company
• Rapid progression opportunities, as the business grows, so will you

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Colchester

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

16-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English