Quantity Surveyor

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a busy commercial team specialising in shopfitting, bespoke joinery, and fire door solutions. This full-time role is based at our Bradford office and offers the opportunity to manage the financial and contractual aspects of projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will be commercially minded, highly organised, and able to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, with a strong focus on profitability, quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Project Handover & Contract Management

Attend project handover meetings and assist the Project Manager in preparing the Contract Management Plan

Obtain approval for the plan from senior commercial leadership before site operations commence

Sub-Contractor Management

Review sub-contractors and identify cost-saving opportunities

Prepare and issue sub-contract orders with all necessary documentation

Ensure timely issuance of orders in line with project schedules

Share copies of sub-contract orders with relevant departments, including Health & Safety

Managing Variations

Identify and document contract changes arising from site meetings or client instructions

Estimate and log the value of variations, maintaining a register to track sources, references, and financial impact

Valuations and Invoicing

Prepare and submit valuations to clients at intervals defined by the contract

Assess project completion levels to support valuations and initiate invoice preparation once agreed

Site Meetings and Progress Monitoring

Attend regular site meetings to review progress against programme and budget

Document site visits and maintain records within the project file

Final Accounts

Prepare final accounts post-Practical Completion

Ensure timely applications for retention release payments

Submit final accounts within required time frames based on project value

Cash Collection

Work with the Accounts team to ensure timely client payment collection

Record Keeping and Post-Contract Review

Maintain comprehensive project records, both physical and digital

Arrange and conduct Post-Contract Review Meetings within 10 working days of project completion

Experience and Skills Required

Proven Quantity Surveyor experience in shopfitting, bespoke joinery, or fire door projects

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Commercially aware and able to work closely with Project Managers and senior leadership

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience (£55,000 - £60,000 + package)

Company car

25 days annual leave pro-rata, plus 1 additional day for each completed year of service (up to 30 days)

Company pension scheme

Life insurance