Quantity Surveyor

Service Care Solutions; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor in Northern Ireland. In this permanent full-time position, you will support commercial management across various construction projects while managing budgets and compliance with regulations. Strong construction knowledge and relevant qualifications are essential. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are key to ensure success in this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent budgeting and cost management capability.
• High levels of numeracy with strong IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare initial cost estimates and feasibility studies.
• Manage project budgets and prepare accurate valuations.
• Ensure compliance with contract conditions and building regulations.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Construction methods

Budgeting

Numeracy

IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor, Ballymena, Northern Ireland

Full time, Permanent. £50,000 - £55,000 per year.

About the Role

A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of a varied portfolio of construction projects across Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established contractor delivering high‑quality building and refurbishment schemes within the public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Pre‑Construction & Cost Planning

• Prepare initial cost estimates, feasibility studies, and cost plans based on design information.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project documentation to build accurate budgets.
• Advise on materials, construction methods, and cost‑effective alternatives.
• Support tender preparation, subcontractor inquiries, and pricing submissions.

Commercial Management During Construction

• Manage project budgets, expenditure tracking, and cashflow forecasting.
• Prepare and submit accurate valuations, variations, compensation events, and progress claims.
• Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation actions from a commercial standpoint.
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive and compliant procurement processes.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, reviewing claims, applications, and final accounts.

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Ensure all work is delivered in line with contract conditions, building regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain detailed commercial records and ensure audit‑ready documentation.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure cost control aligns with programme and quality targets.
• Assist with dispute resolution, negotiations, and commercial reporting to senior management.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal delivery teams.
• Provide clear cost updates, financial forecasts, and commercial insight to project managers and directors.
• Represent the contractor professionally during site visits, meetings, and commercial reviews.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent budgeting and cost management capability.
• High levels of numeracy with strong IT skills (Excel, measurement software, commercial packages).
• Good understanding of Building Regulations and contractual procedures.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent) and experience within a main contracting environment are highly desirable.

If interested please feel free to get in touch with James at Service Care Solutions.