Commercial Quantity Surveyor – Contracts & Procurement

Building Careers UK Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking a commercially capable Quantity Surveyor for a growing Mechanical Contractor client. The role focuses on commercial ownership from procurement through final account, negotiating contracts and PO terms, and protecting the business financially.

You will work with project teams, suppliers, and clients to manage costs, risks, and variations; experience with JCT/NEC contracts is advantageous, as is the ability to read and challenge terms with confidence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Quantity Surveyor with experience in mechanical contracting.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts and supplier terms.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to read contracts and identify commercial risks.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and negotiating client contracts and purchase orders; highlight risks and obligations.
• Reviewing supplier and subcontractor terms and conditions.
• Support contract administration and commercial decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor enquiries, comparisons, appointments and orders.
• Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow.
• Prepare and submit applications for payment, valuations and variations.
• Identify, price and agree variations to scope.
• Manage subcontractor valuations and payments.
• Monitor project performance and provide accurate commercial reporting.
• Maintain contractual notices, records and supporting documentation.
• Drive projects through to final account settlement.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities with project managers early on.
• Support procurement to achieve best value without compromising delivery.
• Develop strong commercial processes as the company grows.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract negotiation

Procurement

Financial reporting

Education

Quantity Surveying qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Contract management software

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking a commercially capable Quantity Surveyor for a growing Mechanical Contractor client. The role focuses on commercial ownership from procurement through final account, negotiating contracts and PO terms, and protecting the business financially.

You will work with project teams, suppliers, and clients to manage costs, risks, and variations; experience with JCT/NEC contracts is advantageous, as is the ability to read and challenge terms with confidence.