Quantity Surveyor (Painting) - New Romney

Location New Romney
Discipline: Ex Forces / Military, Engineering
Job type: Permanent - Full Time
Salary: £60,000 | Hybrid Role | Projects across London, Kent & Sussex + Company car allowance - £6,452 (£8,052 for an electric vehicle) , Fuel card, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + more benefits
Contact email: jobs@recruitmeuk.com
Published: about 9 hours ago
​Quantity Surveyor (Painting) - New Romney | £60,000 | Hybrid Role | Projects across London, Kent & Sussex + Company car allowance - £6,452 (£8,052 for an electric vehicle) , Fuel card, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + more benefits

Own Your Commercial Space. Build Your Legacy.

An opportunity has just opened up for an experienced Quantity Surveyor (Painting) who’s ready to take full ownership of contract delivery, financial reporting, and project control across a diverse portfolio of high-impact painting and maintenance projects.

This hybrid role, split between the office and site, is based in New Romney and spans across the Southern Home Counties.

If you're driven by autonomy, thrive under pressure, and want to work on meaningful projects within the social housing, education, leisure, and defence sectors—this is where your next chapter begins.

About the Company

This is a business that’s well known for its reputation, reliability, and repeat clients.

With a strong presence in both the public and private sectors, the company delivers outstanding painting and refurbishment works that go beyond surface-level quality.

Growth is on the horizon—and they need a Quantity Surveyor (Painting) who can hit the ground running and drive that momentum forward.

About the ​Quantity Surveyor (Painting) Role

As a Quantity Surveyor (Painting), you’ll oversee multiple projects from pre-site costings through to final accounts.

You’ll manage everything from tendering, CVRs and procurement to on-site inspections and stakeholder liaison.

Working 50% from the office and 50% on-site, you’ll have full commercial responsibility for making sure projects are profitable, precise, and perfectly delivered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Price projects using NHF schedules of rates and create accurate cost estimates

  • Set and manage financial targets across multiple contracts

  • Take charge of full monthly CVRs, reporting, and forecasting

  • Raise purchase orders, manage invoices, and control commercial documentation

  • Collaborate with clients, site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers

  • Ensure works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards

  • Oversee final accounts and ensure cash flow is protected

  • Lead multiple contracts simultaneously with full financial accountability

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven track record as a Quantity Surveyor or Painting Surveyor managing similar projects

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in surveying, estimating, or commercial roles

  • Experience in the social housing, education, leisure, or defence sectors is essential

  • Solid understanding of NHF schedules and cost control systems

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • A sharp eye for financial detail and a proactive mindset

  • Ability to juggle multiple contracts and prioritise under pressure

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

Benefits

  • £60,000 salary

  • Hybrid working model – office, site, and home flexibility

  • Company car allowance - £6,452 (£8,052 for an electric vehicle)

  • Fuel card

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Performance-based bonus scheme

  • Pension plan and workplace perks

  • Long-term progression opportunities

Why Join as a Quantity Surveyor (Painting)?

This isn’t just another job. This is a long-term opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor (Painting) to take ownership, make commercial impact, and progress within a growing business that values results, integrity, and autonomy.

Whether you're looking to build on your sector experience or take the next leap into wider commercial leadership, this role gives you the platform, trust, and backing to make it happen.

Take control of your future. Apply now and become the Quantity Surveyor (Painting) who leads from the front.