Quantity Surveyor

Job Title:
Quantity Surveyor

Location: Manchester
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time
Salary: Up to 70k

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team, delivering a diverse portfolio of new build, fit-out, design & refurbishment projects across multiple sectors. This is a senior role requiring strong commercial leadership, cost control expertise, and the ability to manage projects from pre-construction through to final account.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, on time, and in line with contractual and commercial objectives, while supporting and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Cost Management

• Lead full commercial management of projects from tender stage through to final account
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts, and cash flows
• Manage variations, change control, and commercial risk
• Maximise project value while protecting margin and cash flow
• Produce accurate monthly valuations, CVRs, and financial reports

Pre-Construction & Procurement

• Support pre-construction and estimating teams on tenders and bids
• Prepare and review tender documentation and pricing schedules
• Lead subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointment
• Provide commercial input during design development and value engineering

Contract & Project Delivery

• Administer contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC) and ensure compliance
• Manage subcontractor accounts, applications, and final accounts
• Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to control cost and programme
• Attend client, consultant, and design team meetings

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Act as a key commercial point of contact for clients and consultants
• Provide mentorship and support to Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyors
• Promote best practice in commercial governance and reporting

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or strong Project QS ready to step up
• Strong background in new build, fit-out, design & refurbishment projects
• Solid understanding of commercial and contract management
• Experience with JCT and/or NEC contracts
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Desirable

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
• MRICS or working towards chartership
• Experience across commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, or mixed-use sectors
• Strong understanding of design & build procurement routes

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