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Quantity Surveyor (QS Norwich)

Overview

Reference
QS Norwich

Salary
£/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Norfolk -- Norwich

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
09 April 2026


Quantity Surveyor – Salary Negotiable DOE- Norwich NR5 0AD 

Are you a Quantity Surveyor who enjoys taking real ownership of projects and seeing them through properly? Do you take pride in getting the detail right while building strong working relationships along the way?

Draper & Nichols LTD is an established and respected building contractor with a strong reputation for quality and long-standing client partnerships. We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team at our Head Office in Norwich.

The role

This is a full-time, permanent role where you will play a key part in the successful delivery of our projects.

You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring costs are well managed and work is delivered to the expected quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Keep project costs under control while maintaining high standards
  • Measure and value works both from drawings and on site
  • Prepare accurate quantity take-offs
  • Price, negotiate and agree variations and additional works
  • Produce timely interim valuations and final accounts
  • Prepare and issue sub-contract enquiries
  • Review and assess sub-contractor quotations carefully
  • Build and manage relationships with sub-contractors through clear negotiation
  • Prepare and issue contractual correspondence
  • Support estimating when needed

About our company

Draper & Nichols LTD is an established building contractor based in Norwich, providing services for both commercial and private customers throughout Norfolk and Suffolk. Founded in 1960, we have a reputation as a trusted and respected building company providing quality work to the highest standards.

The Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on your experience and ability
  • A stable role within a well-established business
  • A supportive team environment where your input is valued
  • Opportunities to develop your career over time

The person

  • Solid knowledge of building construction
  • A careful, methodical approach with strong attention to detail
  • Confident in negotiation and communication
  • Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor role

What’s next

If this sounds like the kind of role and environment you are looking for, apply today and we will be in touch.


Contact information

Nigel Gardiner