Quantity Surveyor

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of high-value, new-build projects within a growing regional contractor. The role spans pre-construction to final account, with personal responsibility for multiple live schemes.

The successful candidate will have a solid background in cost management, procurement, valuations, and contract administration, with the ability to manage several projects and priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quantity Surveyor in residential, commercial or main contracting sectors.
• Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of new build construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, valuations, and contract administration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Able to commute to Wakefield and travel to project sites when required.
• Ambitious and motivated to develop into a more senior commercial position.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple live projects from pre-construction through to final account.
• Oversee up to 2-3 projects simultaneously, ensuring strong commercial performance throughout.
• Prepare and present accurate cost reports, valuations, forecasts, and financial updates.
• Procure, appoint, and manage subcontractor packages.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with commercial procedures.
• Assess and process subcontractor applications and payments.
• Manage variations, change control, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with project teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Report directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor on project progress and commercial performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Cost control

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (DM 47044 -1) Wakefield, England

Salary: GBP55000 - GBP75000 per annum

Job Profile for Quantity Surveyor DM 47044 Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a successful and growing regional main contractor based in Wakefield. This role offers the chance to take ownership of high-value new build projects from inception through to completion, while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The company is a well-established commercial contractor delivering new build projects across the UK, typically ranging from £8m to £15m in value. With ambitious growth plans and a strong pipeline of work, they are seeking a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who is looking to make a significant impact and progress their career within a thriving business.

This position would suit an experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking greater responsibility, project ownership, and clear opportunities for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple live projects from pre-construction through to final account.
• Oversee up to 2-3 projects simultaneously, ensuring strong commercial performance throughout.
• Prepare and present accurate cost reports, valuations, forecasts, and financial updates.
• Procure, appoint, and manage subcontractor packages.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with commercial procedures.
• Assess and process subcontractor applications and payments.
• Manage variations, change control, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with project teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Report directly to the Managing Quantity Surveyor on project progress and commercial performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the residential, commercial, or main contracting construction sectors.
• Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of new build construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, valuations, and contract administration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Able to commute to Wakefield and travel to project sites when required.
• Ambitious and motivated to develop into a more senior commercial position.

Projects

• Project values typically ranging from £8 million to £15 million.
• UK-wide project portfolio with travel primarily to London approximately twice per month.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £75,000, depending on experience.
• Clear and uncapped career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable contractor.
• Supportive and close-knit team environment.
• High level of project autonomy and responsibility.
• Office based in Wakefield with occasional site travel.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of major projects, work within a growing contractor, and build a long-term career with genuine progression prospects.