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Quantity Surveyor in the United Kingdom

Commercial control, valuations, and change management—NEC/JCT knowledge is valuable and often requested.

Construction & Trades Mid/Senior Sponsorship may be possible (employer-dependent) Updated: —
CV required: candidates without a CV are not considered.
Submit an English CV that shows project values, packages owned, and contract exposure.
Work eligibility: non-UK candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, or apply only to roles where the employer explicitly offers sponsorship (depends on employer and job).
Typical gross salary (brutto) £42,000–£75,000/year (level-dependent)
Typical gross hourly equivalent ~£21.50–£38.50/hour (based on 37.5h/week)
Core scope Valuations, procurement, cost reporting, change control, final accounts
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Short candidate portrait

  • You think in numbers and evidence: measurements, rates, substantiation, and clear records.
  • You negotiate firmly without damaging relationships in the supply chain.
  • You own a forecast and can explain variance and risk in plain English.
Tip: include project values, package values, and quantified outcomes (savings, final accounts closed, claim avoided).

Work conditions in the UK (practical)

  • Paid holiday: statutory minimum is 5.6 weeks/year (28 days for a 5-day week), contract may offer more.
  • Breaks: if you work more than 6 hours/day, you are entitled to at least a 20-minute rest break; daily rest rules apply.
  • Agency rules (where applicable): after 12 weeks in the same role, equal treatment rules apply for key working conditions.
  • Working pattern: many QS roles are hybrid with regular site visits; some are site-based depending on project phase.

Pay (gross / brutto) — realistic bands

For UK Quantity Surveyor roles, a practical gross band for many vacancies is £42,000–£75,000 per year. Senior/associate levels can be higher depending on sector (commercial, infrastructure, claims) and region.

  • Hourly equivalent (37.5h/week): ~£21.50–£38.50/hour gross
  • Senior reference: senior bands commonly extend into ~£70,000–£90,000+ (role/region dependent)
  • Benefits: car allowance and bonus may apply on some roles (employer-dependent)
Note: confirmed pay and benefits are always defined by the employer’s contract (permanent vs contract/freelance).

Typical responsibilities (commercial day-to-day)

  • Prepare cost plans and manage budgets and cost reporting.
  • Support procurement and tender processes; negotiate subcontract packages.
  • Manage valuations, payment applications, and commercial documentation.
  • Control change/variations and maintain accurate commercial records.
  • Progress final accounts and support dispute avoidance through evidence.

Requirements (detailed)

  • CV in English (mandatory).
  • Relevant QS experience (level-dependent), ideally with package ownership.
  • Contract awareness (NEC and/or JCT); ability to keep written, defensible records.
  • Procurement and supply-chain management competence (tenders, scope alignment, negotiation).
  • Valuations and final accounts: ability to assess, agree, and document positions.
  • Strong Excel and reporting discipline; attention to detail under deadlines.
  • Professional English for meetings, correspondence, and commercial reporting.
  • Ability to work legally in the UK, or eligibility for a route where sponsorship is explicitly offered.

What to include on your CV (to avoid rejection)

  • Project types and values; package values managed.
  • Contracts used (NEC/JCT), and your role in change control/valuations.
  • 2–3 quantified outcomes (savings achieved, final accounts closed, disputes avoided, forecast accuracy).
Next step: Submit your CV via the CV page, then we can screen your profile against current UK demand and client requirements.
A QS CV without project values and commercial scope is usually rejected in initial screening.
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FAQ (UK Quantity Surveyor)

Is a CV really required?

Yes. UK employers screen QS candidates on evidence (packages, project values, contract exposure). An English CV is mandatory.

What pay is realistic (gross / brutto)?

A practical gross band for many roles is £42,000–£75,000/year. Senior levels can be higher depending on sector and region.

Is sponsorship possible?

It can be, but it is employer-dependent and must be explicitly offered. Always apply with a detailed CV.

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