Quantity Surveyor

Fyba Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyba Talent in Manchester is recruiting an early-career Quantity Surveyor to develop commercial experience on engineering projects. The role suits someone with around 1–2 years of experience and a drive to progress in project commercial management.

You will work with experienced project managers and commercial professionals, handling cost control, billing, variations, and contract review across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Background in construction, infrastructure or rail.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Strong numeracy and analytical ability.
• Good communication across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project costs from start to finish.
• Support monthly commercial reporting and CVR.
• Assist with valuations, applications for payment and invoice management.
• Identify and manage variations, compensation events and changes.
• Support preparation of estimates, budgets and forecasts.
• Review contracts and support subcontractor procurement.

Skills

1-2 years experience

Quantity Surveying

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Are you an early-career Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can develop your commercial experience and work on interesting engineering projects?

We’re currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established and expanding team. This would suit someone with around 1–2 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and gain broader exposure across project commercial management.

You’ll be working alongside experienced Project Managers, Engineers and commercial professionals, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills across the full project lifecycle.

What will you be doing?

Your role will cover a broad range of commercial activities, including:

• Managing and monitoring project costs from start to finish.
• Supporting monthly commercial reporting and CVR preparation.
• Assisting with valuations, applications for payment and invoice management.
• Identifying and managing variations, compensation events and changes.
• Supporting the preparation of estimates, budgets and forecasts.
• Reviewing contracts and helping ensure commercial requirements are met.
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and commercial management.
• Monitoring project progress and its impact on commercial performance.
• Working with project teams to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Developing positive working relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Providing general commercial support across multiple projects.

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1–2 years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor.
• A background in construction, engineering, infrastructure or rail.
• A relevant Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification.
• Some practical experience of project cost control and commercial management.
• Good numerical and analytical ability.
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with different stakeholders.
• The ability to stay organised and manage competing deadlines.
• A genuine interest in progressing within the commercial side of the industry.

You don't need to have mastered every aspect of Quantity Surveying already — this is a role where development and progression are encouraged.

What’s in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll receive:

• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement after two years.
• The option to purchase extra annual leave.
• Company pension.
• Support towards professional memberships and chartership.
• Regular training and CPD opportunities.
• Ongoing career development and performance reviews.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Regular team events and social activities.
• A supportive environment with experienced professionals around you.

The Opportunity

If you're looking for your next step as a Quantity Surveyor and want to build a strong foundation in commercial management, cost control and contract administration, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing engineering business