Quantity Surveyor

Stride; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Manchester to manage financial forecasts and project budgets, mainly in residential and commercial construction. The role offers a salary of £55,000 – £65,000, hybrid working, and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative environment. You will oversee subcontractor management, negotiate contracts, and mentor junior staff while contributing to impactful projects in the civil engineering sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working with flexible approach

Career advancement opportunities

Involvement in impactful projects

Qualifications

• Must possess a relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Experience in managing project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, costs, and cash flow.
• Prepare monthly cost-value reports and financial forecasts.
• Oversee the procurement and management of subcontractors.
• Negotiate contracts and handle variations.

Skills

Financial management

Budget forecasting

Contract negotiation

Relationship management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying

Level 4 Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Stride Recruitment are urgently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to manage financial forecasts, cost / value reports, managing subcontractor payments, and maximizing cash flow for a main contractor specialising in residential and commercial construction across the UK, based in Manchester.

What's on offer

• £55,000 – £65,000 (experienced)
• Hybrid working with flexible working approach
• Career advancement: The company provides opportunities for advancement, with some roles seen as a "rare opportunity due to low staff turnover," suggesting career progression paths.
• Impactful projects: You can contribute to meaningful projects in the civil engineering and water sectors, which are often large-scale and impactful.
• Diverse projects: Depending on the specific role, you may work on a variety of projects, such as a recent £14 million lab for a university.

Key responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, costs, and cash flow.
• Prepare monthly cost-value reports and financial forecasts.
• Oversee the procurement and management of subcontractors.
• Negotiate contracts, handle variations, and resolve disputes.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, and clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Mentor junior quantity surveying staff.
• Ensure projects comply with health and safety regulations.

Academic qualifications

University degree

The most common route is to complete a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field, preferably accredited by a professional body like the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Degree apprenticeship

A Level 4 Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship for those who wanted to earn a salary while they train. This route can eventually lead to a degree apprenticeship and becoming a chartered surveyor.

Thank you for taking the time to review this position and if you are interested please submit your most up to date CV to be contacted by Sam Day @ Stride