Quantity Surveyor

We Are Footprint; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of new build and refurbishment projects up to £15 million across the North West. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, car or car allowance, and opportunities for career progression. Key responsibilities include preparing cost plans, procuring subcontractors, and ensuring cost control in collaboration with project teams. Applicants should have relevant experience and a driving license.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Car or car allowance

Opportunities for progression

Varied project pipeline

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector.
• Background working on new build and/or refurbishment projects up to £15m.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple live projects and meet deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of projects from initial tender through to final account.
• Prepare and analyse cost plans, bills of quantities, valuations, and variations.
• Procure subcontractors and negotiate packages.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure cost control and value engineering.
• Attend client and progress meetings, providing clear commercial updates.
• Support risk management, contractual compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely submission of all commercial documentation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Construction (New Build & Refurbishment Projects up to £15m)

Location: North West (Manchester / Liverpool / Lancashire / Cheshire)
Salary: Competitive + Car/Allowance + Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Construction / Build

About the Role

We are partnering with a reputable and well-established construction contractor to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a diverse portfolio of new build and refurbishment projects across the North West. Schemes range up to £15 million, covering commercial, residential, public sector, and mixed-use developments.

This role offers exposure to varied, challenging projects and the opportunity to develop within a supportive, progressive commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of projects from initial tender through to final account
• Prepare and analyse cost plans, bills of quantities, valuations, and variations
• Procure subcontractors and negotiate packages
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and financial reporting
• Work closely with project teams to ensure cost control and value engineering
• Attend client and progress meetings, providing clear commercial updates
• Support risk management, contractual compliance, and dispute resolution where required
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely submission of all commercial documentation

About You

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector
• Background working on new build and/or refurbishment projects up to £15m
• Strong commercial acumen with sound understanding of JCT contracts
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple live projects and meet deadlines
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (preferred but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence required

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Car or car allowance
• Opportunities for progression within a growing contractor
• A varied project pipeline across multiple sectors