Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK is assisting in recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for a regional main contractor based in Warrington, Cheshire. The role focuses on the commercial management of projects valued between £5m and £10m, with emphasis on procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.

You will monitor budgets and cash flow, prepare cost reports, and work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure financial performance and successful close-out. A QS degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Experience with main/regional contractors and commercial focus.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Experience managing project costs and producing financial reports.
• Understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent numerical, organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to work with operational teams and manage commercial matters independently.
• A degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of projects valued between £5m and £10m.
• Monitor budgets, costs, cash flow and financial performance.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates for senior management.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tenders and appointments.
• Prepare interim valuations and payment applications.
• Assess subcontractor applications, valuations and notices.
• Value and manage variations and additional works.
• Negotiate final accounts with subcontractors and clients.
• Identify commercial risks to protect margins and support close-out.

Skills

Procurement

Valuations

Variations

Final accounts

Cost reporting

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Regional Main Contractor

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Job Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established regional construction contractor delivering building projects with individual values ranging from approximately £5 million to £10 million.With a strong presence across the regional construction market, the business has developed a reputation for delivering quality projects through a hands‑on, commercially focused approach. Working across a varied portfolio of construction schemes, they offer an opportunity to join an established team where the commercial function plays a key role in successful project delivery.Due to continued workload, they are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Warrington.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of construction projects, ensuring costs are controlled, contractual obligations are met and financial performance is monitored throughout the project lifecycle.Working closely with the Project Manager, site teams, subcontractors and senior commercial management, you will oversee procurement, valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded QS looking to develop their career within a regional contractor delivering projects of meaningful value.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of construction projects valued between £5m and £10m.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, cash flow and overall financial performance.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and regular commercial updates for senior management.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tender enquiries, package comparisons and appointments.
• Prepare interim valuations and applications for payment.
• Assess subcontractor applications, valuations and payment notices.
• Identify, value and manage variations, compensation events and additional works where applicable.
• Negotiate and agree subcontractor and client final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities to protect project margins.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, site teams and the wider commercial department.
• Ensure contractual procedures, commercial records and project documentation are maintained accurately.
• Support the successful commercial handover and financial close-out of projects.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Experience working for a main contractor or regional building contractor.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Experience managing project costs and producing accurate financial reports.
• A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk management.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent numerical, organisational and communication abilities.
• The confidence to work closely with operational teams and manage commercial matters independently.
• A degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £45,000 - £65,000 salary + Excellent Benefits package.
• Opportunity to join an established regional construction contractor.
• Involvement in building projects valued between £5m and £10m.
• A varied role with genuine commercial responsibility.
• Close collaboration with an experienced project and commercial team.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.

Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.