Quantity Surveyor

Vertical Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Vertical Recruitment partners with a leading construction consultancy delivering high-profile UK projects. We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join the expanding team and contribute to a diverse portfolio of high-value developments.

You will join a collaborative, high-performing team taking ownership of commercial and cost management across multiple projects, helping drive delivery from inception to completion and building strong client and contractor relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-grad experience in QS, construction, fit-out or refurbishment
• Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field
• MRICS desirable or working towards chartership
• Strong commercial awareness with attention to detail and numeracy
• Able to manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationships autonomously

Responsibilities

• Deliver full Quantity Surveying services across multiple sectors, from pre-contract cost planning to post-contract final accounts
• Prepare cost plans, budgets and estimates for new and ongoing projects
• Manage tendering, procurement and contract administration to ensure contractual compliance
• Assess and certify valuations, variations and final accounts accurately
• Monitor project costs and report on financial performance, risks and opportunities
• Support project teams in commercial decision-making and risk management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and suppliers

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Client relations

Negotiation

Communication

Multi-project mgmt

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

MRICS qualification (or in progress)

Job description

We’re excited to be partnering with a leading construction consultancy delivering high-profile projects across the UK, seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team and contribute to a diverse portfolio of high-value developments.

This innovative consultancy provides expert cost and project management services across a variety of sectors, with typical project values ranging from £5M to £50M and some landmark schemes exceeding £75M.

Recent and current projects include:

• National and regional retail fit-outs for prominent brands
• Large-scale refurbishment and fit-out schemes
• Hotels, student accommodation, and healthcare developments
• Industrial warehouses and private residential projects

You will be joining a collaborative, high-performing team, taking ownership of commercial and cost management responsibilities across multiple projects and helping to drive successful delivery from inception to completion.

The Role

We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join the team and support projects across pre- and post-contract stages, helping deliver high-quality, cost-efficient schemes while building strong client and contractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver full Quantity Surveying services across multiple sectors, from pre-contract cost planning to post-contract final accounts
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and estimates for new and ongoing projects
• Manage tendering, procurement, and contract administration, ensuring compliance with commercial and contractual requirements
• Assess and certify valuations, variations, and final accounts accurately and efficiently
• Monitor project costs and report on financial performance, risks, and opportunities
• Support project teams in commercial decision-making and risk management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers

About You

• 5 + year's post-grad experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction, fit-out, or refurbishment projects
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• MRICS-qualified or actively working towards chartership (preferred)
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail and numeracy
• Confident in managing multiple projects and stakeholders autonomously
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proactive, organised and capable of delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The chance to make a real impact at a key stage of growth
• Supportive, collaborative culture with no corporate red tape
• Exposure to high-profile and varied projects across multiple sectors
• Clear opportunities for career progression as the consultancy expands