Quantity Surveyor​/Estimator

Position: Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
Sale Group is a well-established, family-owned mechanical building services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional quality installations and maintenance solutions. Our diverse portfolio spans fast-track CAT A & B office fit-outs, high-profile commercial developments, sensitive heritage refurbishments, state-of-the-art recording studios, healthcare facilities, leisure venues, and premium retail schemes.

With sustained growth and a robust forward order book, we are now expanding our commercial team and seeking experienced Mechanical Quantity Surveyors or Senior QS and / or Estimators to take full ownership of the pre and post-contract commercial lifecycle on commercial mechanical packages.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full commercial responsibility for mechanical packages from contract award through to successful final account agreement and close-out

* Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations, variations, dayworks, and applications with main contractors and clients

* Lead procurement and ongoing financial management of domestic subcontractors and key suppliers

* Proactively identify, value, negotiate, and secure variations and compensation events under JCT contract forms

* Deliver high-quality monthly cost reports, cash-flow forecasts, and CVRs to support informed senior management decisions

* Minimise commercial risk through timely contractual notices, early warning management, and robust change control processes

* Drive margin enhancement and value recovery via rigorous commercial oversight and strategic negotiation

* Lead final account negotiations to achieve favourable, timely settlements

* Mentor and develop junior team members while contributing to departmental continuous improvement initiatives

About You

* Demonstrable post-contract quantity surveying experience specifically on mechanical building services projects (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, BMS, ductwork, etc.)

* Solid, practical working knowledge of JCT forms of contract

* Proven success managing mechanical packages valued £1m–£15m (or similar scale)

* Strong commercial acumen with a clear track record in variation recovery, dispute avoidance/mitigation, and favourable final account settlements

* Experience (or strong exposure) to pre-contract estimating / cost planning is highly advantageous

* Confident communicator skilled at building and maintaining positive, professional relationships with main contractors, clients, and supply chain partners

* Degree-qualified (BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent) or relevant industry experience / professional membership

What We Offer

* Highly competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus attractive bonus potential

* Comprehensive benefits package

* Genuine family-oriented culture with regular team social events, support, and inclusivity

* Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and career progression within a growing contractor

* Immediate / ASAP start available for the right candidate

How to Apply

If you are a proactive, commercially astute Mechanical Quantity Surveyor or Estimator ready to make a real impact in a supportive family business, please send your CV today.

We are reviewing applications immediately — early applications are strongly encouraged