Quantity Surveyor

Russell Taylor Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Generous travel and expenses package

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is seeking a proactive Quantity Surveyor in Leeds with hybrid working arrangements to deliver fast-paced refurbishment, fit-out, and maintenance projects for high-profile clients in hospitality, leisure, and retail sectors.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, cost estimates, and client communications across multiple projects, ensuring value and timely delivery in a client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within retail/hospitality/education sectors.
• Experience with JCT, framework agreements, and other construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee refurbishment and fit-out projects, ensuring delivery within budget and on time.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure milestones are met.
• Lead client briefing meetings, providing cost analysis, budgets, and timelines.
• Coordinate and manage the full project lifecycle from tendering through final accounts.

Skills

Client liaison

Budgeting

Cost analysis

MS Excel

Multi-project management

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Salary: Excellent salary package + flexible working arrangements

Vacancy Title: Quantity Surveyor Contract Type: Permanent Location: Leeds Industry: Commercial & Quantity Surveying Salary: Excellent salary package + flexible working arrangements Start Date: 2026-10-12 REF: J91988450 Contact Name: Tony Marsden Contact Email: [e-mail] Vacancy Published: 1 day ago

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

LEEDS (Hybrid)

Excellent Salary Package + Flexible working arrangements

Our client is a market leading consultancy with a great reputation for delivering construction, fit-out, and refurbishment schemes for the UK's leading clients within the hospitality, leisure and retail sectors.

They are currently seeking a proactive professional Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial management team, helping them to deliver fast-paced refurbishment, fit-out, shop fit, and maintenance projects for several high-profile clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to take on a varied, challenging role in a dynamic industry. If you are looking for a rewarding position where you can take ownership of your projects within a supportive, client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee refurbishment and fit-out projects, ensuring delivery within budget and on time.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Lead client briefing meetings, providing cost analysis, budgets, and project timelines.
• Coordinate and manage the full project lifecycle from tendering through to final account negotiations.
• Provide accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage tendering processes and work on negotiated contracts, typically under JCT or framework agreements.
• Monitor project costs against budgets and timelines, identifying and reporting on cost overruns or delays.
• Approve variations and final accounts with main contractors.
• Regularly update clients on project costs, providing detailed cost reporting and cash flow summaries.
• Attend site meetings to monitor project progress, quality, and safety.
• Chair and lead project meetings, either as Project Manager or Coordinator, ensuring effective communication among stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering professional advice and support.
• Represent the company at client meetings, offering confidence and expertise in all aspects of quantity surveying and project management.

About you

Our client is looking for a strong QS with good project management and client-facing skills. The ideal candidate will be confident and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Suitable candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• A relevant degree (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Construction Management) or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within the retail, hospitality, or student accommodation sectors.
• Experience working with JCT, framework agreements, and other construction contracts
• Excellent estimating, budgeting, and cost management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and contractors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, for cost analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage own time effectively.
• Flexibility to travel to various nationwide sites for meetings and site inspections.
• Confident in chairing meetings and leading discussions with clients and contractors.

Why Apply?

Our client has built an outstanding reputation over more than 20 years, becoming a trusted delivery partner to many of the UK's leading hospitality brands.

In return, you'll benefit from:

• A competitive basic salary.
• Generous travel and expenses package.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to exciting, high-profile refurbishment programmes.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Genuine opportunities to influence delivery and make a visible impact.

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