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Quantity Surveyor
Lift Industry
Lift Installation
Construction
Location: London (Office-based 3-5 days per week)
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance
Sector: Lift Engineering | Construction | Technical Projects
REClifts is recruiting for a specialist lift engineering contractor seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor. This is a stand-alone QS role, ideal for someone with a strong background in lifts, construction, or a technical contracting environment.
About the Quantity Surveyor Role:
You'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial management and commercial control across a variety of installation and refurbishment projects.
You will take ownership of all commercial aspects of your allocated projects, ensuring financial targets are met and contracts are administered efficiently. This is an office-based role, requiring a presence in the London office at least 3 days per week, with full-time in-office required during the first 3-6 months as part of the onboarding and training period.
Quantity Surveyor Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and manage valuations and applications for payment
Expedite certification and drive cash collection (including retentions)
Liaise closely with Project and Site Managers throughout the project lifecycle
Produce detailed cash flow forecasts based on programme and site progress
Update draft final accounts regularly and submit with valuations
Ensure robust cost-to-complete tracking and defend against margin erosion
Maintain complete and accurate contract records, both digitally and on-site
Contribute to commercial best practices across the wider business
What We're Looking For: Quantity Surveyor:
Experience in a stand-alone Quantity Surveyor role
Background in lift engineering, construction, or technical project delivery
Excellent knowledge of valuations, final accounts, and cost control
Confident working independently and managing multiple project budgets
Strong communication and documentation skills
Proficient in Excel and project costing tools
Knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g., JCT, NEC) desirable
What's on Offer: Quantity Surveyor:
Competitive salary £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
£5,000 Car allowance
Supportive onboarding process during first 6 months
Long-term role in a stable and growing global lift engineering company
Opportunities to develop within a niche and respected lift industry sectorHow to Apply:
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