Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in Manchester is seeking a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs and contractual obligations on civil engineering and surfacing schemes. You will oversee valuations, variations, procurement and final accounts, working with site and commercial teams to protect profitability.

The role offers a clear path to progression within a specialist contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction.
• Experience in civil engineering, highways, surfacing or groundworks.
• Degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Strong understanding of contracts and cost management.
• Experience with valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong numeracy, analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Competent IT skills, including Excel and reporting systems.
• Full UK driving licence; travel to sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of allocated civil engineering, highways and surfacing projects.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare cost/value reconciliations and forecasts.
• Value variations and manage subcontractor accounts.
• Manage procurement of subcontractor and supplier packages.
• Attend project and commercial meetings and report on financial performance.
• Support final accounts and commercial disputes resolution.

Skills

Quantity Surveyor experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical ability

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Commercial reporting systems

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (QS) - Civil Engineering & Surfacing

Location: Manchester
Salary/Package: 45,000 - 55,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Job Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established specialist contractor operating within the civil engineering, highways and surfacing sectors, delivering projects for a varied client base across the North West.

The business has developed its reputation through its practical expertise, commitment to quality and ability to deliver projects safely, efficiently and in line with client requirements.

As the business continues to deliver its programme of works, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team and take an active role in managing project costs, contractual obligations and financial performance.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of civil engineering and surfacing projects, working closely with operational teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and commercial targets.

You will oversee key commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle, including procurement, valuations, cost reporting, variations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts.

This role would suit a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with experience in civil engineering, highways, road surfacing or groundworks who is confident managing project costs, identifying commercial risks and protecting profitability.

You will play an important role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining contractual compliance and supporting the wider business in achieving its commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Cost Management

• Take responsibility for the commercial management of allocated civil engineering, highways and surfacing projects.


• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and expenditure throughout the project lifecycle.


• Prepare and maintain accurate cost/value reconciliation reports and commercial forecasts.


• Identify potential financial risks, cost overruns and opportunities to improve project profitability.


• Provide regular commercial updates to senior management and operational teams.


• Ensure costs are accurately recorded and commercial information is maintained in line with company procedures.

Valuations, Variations & Contract Administration

• Prepare, submit and negotiate applications for payment and interim valuations.


• Assess and value variations, additional works and changes to the project scope.


• Maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence, instructions and commercial changes.


• Ensure contractual notices and relevant procedures are followed within required timescales.


• Manage the commercial implications of programme changes, delays and unforeseen site conditions.


• Support the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.

Procurement & Supply-Chain Management

• Manage the procurement and commercial administration of subcontractor and supplier packages.


• Review subcontractor quotations, negotiate costs and ensure packages offer appropriate commercial value.


• Assess subcontractor applications for payment and agree final accounts.


• Monitor supply-chain costs and identify opportunities to improve value and efficiency.


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients.

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, site managers and operational teams to maintain commercial control.


• Attend project and commercial meetings, providing clear updates on financial performance and outstanding issues.


• Support the resolution of contractual and commercial disputes.


• Ensure commercial risks are identified, communicated and managed effectively.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of commercial procedures and reporting processes.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.


• Experience in civil engineering, highways, road surfacing, groundworks or a related infrastructure sector would be highly advantageous.


• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management is desirable.


• A strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial procedures and cost management.


• Experience managing valuations, variations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts.


• Confidence preparing cost reports, forecasts and financial reconciliations.


• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and manage project risks.


• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills.


• Strong numerical and analytical abilities, with good attention to detail.


• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet commercial deadlines.


• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.


• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous where travel to project sites is required.

What's on Offer?

• 45,000 - 55,000 salary, depending on experience.


• Additional package and benefits.


• The opportunity to join an established specialist civil engineering and surfacing contractor.


• Responsibility for the commercial management of live projects.


• The chance to work closely with operational teams and influence project performance.


• Long-term career development within a specialist contracting environment.

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