Quantity Surveyor

WATES; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & profit share scheme

Flexible working

Car Allowance / Company Car

Comprehensive corporate benefits

Extensive training and development programs

Industry-leading family leave benefits

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee cost management for various projects. The role requires preparing cost estimates, managing subcontractor relationships, and providing financial reports to ensure projects stay on budget. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and possess strong negotiation skills. This role offers opportunities for career advancement within a firm that values creativity and innovation in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with experience in cost management.
• Strong negotiation skills in subcontractor agreements.
• Ability to provide accurate financial reporting and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and contracts.
• Provide timely financial forecasts and analysis.
• Identify and manage financial risks in projects.
• Lead preparation of final accounts and contracts.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients.

Skills

Cost Management

Subcontractor Liaison

Financial Reporting

Risk Management

Collaboration

Job description

The Vacancy

Welcome to Wates Smartspace—a place where innovation meets impact. We’re the go-to experts in fit‑out, refurbishment, and maintenance services across the UK. From modern office spaces to cutting‑edge retail environments, we bring spaces to life with creativity, sustainability, and flair. Here, you’re not just part of a team; you’re part of a movement that’s reimagining places for people to thrive.

Right now we are looking for talented individuals to join our team as a Quantity Surveyor, to support our projects across the Northern region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our Quantity Surveyor you will take the lead on exciting projects and help us deliver them to the highest standards. You’ll play a crucial role in managing costs, ensuring value for money, and supporting the overall project lifecycle from inception to completion. If you’re driven, detail‑oriented, and passionate about making a difference in the construction industry, this role offers you the chance to grow and advance in a dynamic environment.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Cost Management: Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents to ensure financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Subcontractor Liaison: Manage subcontractor accounts, including negotiating contracts, handling valuations, and processing payments.
• Financial Reporting: Provide accurate and timely financial reports, forecasts, and cost analysis to support project decision‑making.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential financial risks, ensuring projects stay within budget and meet financial targets.
• Final Accounts: Lead the preparation of final accounts, including the resolution of contractual claims and the settlement of costs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and successful project delivery.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working
• Car Allowance / Company Car *
• Travel covered to any of our sites*
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…
• One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group)
• Industry leading family leave benefits to include 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

(*Subject to role…)

We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group.

If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies or to discuss career opportunities in strict confidence, please contact our In‑House Recruitment Team directly via [e-mail] and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible.

As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offences. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.

Work for Wates

Wates is one of the UK’s leading family‑owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

We are driven by our purpose, ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises:

• Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.
• Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.
• Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care.

We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.