Quantity Surveyor

Location: Colchester | Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-5pm (40 hrs/week)

Holiday: 30 days per year including Bank Holidays | Start date: immediate start

About Us

Veatu Flooring is a fast-growing commercial flooring contractor based in Colchester, working on projects across the UK. We specialise in the supply and installation of soft floor coverings, tiling and resin flooring for a range of commercial clients.

We are part of the Situ Group which is a multidisciplinary organisation that includes Situ Construction, Situ M&E and Situ Energy which enables us to provide end-to-end solutions across a wide range of commercial construction and development projects.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our commercial team. This is a key role, responsible for managing project costs, contracts, and risks while ensuring best value and supporting successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist SQS leading cost management across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through delivery.

* Prepare, review, and analyse subcontractor packages.

* Administer contracts (NEC and JCT), manage valuations, variations, and change control.

* Prepare CVRs.

* Monitor project risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.

* Maintain strong client, consultant, and subcontractor relationships.

* Mentor and support junior QS team members, promoting collaboration.

About You

* Proven experience as a QS within flooring projects.

* Working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts.

* Excellent cost management, forecasting, and reporting skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

* Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Opportunity to work across two growing and complementary divisions — Energy (EV/Power) and Construction (Fit-out/General Contracting).

* Career progression in a rapidly expanding group.

* Collaborative, supportive, and ambitious team culture.

* Flexible / hybrid working arrangements