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Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

contractFrankfurt, GermanyPosted 1/6/2026

Salary negotiable

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Join a Tier-1 contractor as a Quantity Surveyor on complex engineering projects in Frankfurt, Germany. This contract role offers hands-on experience in managing project financials and sub-contractor accounts.

Key Highlights

  • Manage financial and contractual aspects of sub-contractor accounts
  • Prepare and agree on monthly progress applications
  • Monitor scope changes and price variations effectively
  • Provide accurate and profitable project estimates

Quantity Surveyor — Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial success of engineering and construction projects. You will be responsible for managing costs, preparing estimates, and maintaining contractual control throughout the project lifecycle.

Quantity Surveyor — Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Reviewing and understanding project contract documentation.
  • Preparing and analyzing supplier and sub-contractor enquiries.
  • Preparing and issuing contract documents to the supply chain.
  • Monitoring changes in scope of work and pricing of variations.
  • Preparing and agreeing on monthly progress applications.
  • Managing financial and contractual control of sub-contractor accounts.
  • Issuing contractual notices and evaluating loss and expense/acceleration claims.
  • Providing fast, accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates.
  • Preparing monthly commercial project reports.
  • Providing data and analysis of issues & risks as required by Management.
  • Managing and forecasting project cash flows.
  • Liaising with the client, main contractor, and other departments.

Quantity Surveyor — Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Academically (Degree) qualified and/or relevant experience in the industry.
  • 5+ years’ experience in a QS role or engineering role with good commercial exposure.
  • A wide understanding of subcontracts.
  • Experience in CSA and/or MEP discipline areas.
  • Strong numerical skills.
  • Proven ability to negotiate with clients and subcontractors on a professional level.
  • Experience in use of Excel (SAP experience an advantage).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English.

Rewards & Package

Tier-1 contractor rates reflecting the specialist nature of this role. Full international assignment support including accommodation arrangements, flight allowances, and visa sponsorship as required.

Comprehensive benefits package: company healthcare plan, pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to extensive training and professional development programmes. Full package details confirmed at offer stage.

About the Company

Our client is a major EPC contractor specializing in data centres, life sciences facilities, and fire protection systems across Europe.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Quantity Surveyor Role

What does a Quantity Surveyor do in data centre construction?

A Quantity Surveyor in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.

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