Quantity Surveyor Construction Cost Control

System Recruitment Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

System Recruitment Limited in Manchester is seeking a Quantity Surveyor Construction Cost Control to manage cost control, BOQ preparation, cost planning and reporting for retail construction projects. The role offers hybrid working with some flexibility for remote work from home.

You will work closely with clients to ensure projects meet financial and contractual objectives while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Retail construction experience required.
• Experience in BOQ preparation and review.
• Proficient in cost planning and cost reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Able to work independently and with project teams.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying; RICS membership is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day cost control tasks.
• Prepare and review BOQs.
• Cost planning and monitoring of project costs.
• Produce regular cost reports.
• Collaborate with clients to meet financial objectives.

Skills

Cost control

BOQ preparation

Cost planning

Cost reporting

Retail construction

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

RICS membership

Tools

Cost management software

Job description

Quantity Surveyor Construction Cost Control

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Manchester – Commutable from Warrington, Wigan, Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, Stockport, Macclesfield, Northwich

Post Code: M19 1BB

Start Date: ASAP

Sector Focus – UK Retail, Retail Construction Projects, Cost Control, Project Cost Management, Construction Consultancy.

You will be joining a successful client-focused Construction Consultancy and Project Management firm with retail clients across the UK. Based in Manchester with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements.

As a Quantity Surveyor Construction Cost Control you will manage day-to-day tasks including cost control, preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost planning, monitoring project costs, and producing regular cost reports. The role involves working closely with clients to ensure projects achieve financial and contractual objectives while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Proficiency in cost control and project cost management. Must have a Retail Construction background. Experience with preparation and review of Bills of Quantities (BOQ) Expertise in cost planning and cost reporting processes Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project teams Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field Membership in a professional organization such as RICS is a plus Proficiency with cost management software and tools.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Quantity Surveyor Construction Cost Control, Construction Quantity Surveyor, Cost Consultant, Cost Manager, Cost Engineer and be living within a commutable distance of Stockport, Greater Manchester, Macclesfield or be willing to relocate.