Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Building Careers UK Ltd; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in Altrincham is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator for a growing construction and fit-out specialist. You will prepare estimates, take-offs, tender submissions, and manage commercial aspects from tender to final account.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, experience in commercial fit-out or refurbishment, and solid Excel/IT skills. Driving licence is required. Attractive salary 55k-65k and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, or combined QS/Estimator role in construction
• Experience in commercial fit-out, refurbishment, design & build, or specialist contracting
• Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability
• Experience preparing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, procurement, and cost control
• Knowledge of JCT contracts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive estimates and tender submissions for commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Produce detailed quantity take-offs and cost plans from drawings and specifications
• Procure subcontractors and obtain competitive supplier quotations
• Manage the commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account
• Prepare interim valuations, applications for payment, variations, and final accounts
• Produce CVRs, cost reports, and commercial forecasts
• Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities
• Work closely with Directors, Project Managers, and Site Teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Support successful project handovers from pre-construction into delivery

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Excel

IT skills

Commercial awareness

Estimating ability

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Location - Altrincham

Salary/Package - 55,000 - 65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is a growing construction and fit-out specialist delivering high-quality commercial refurbishment, interior fit-out, and design & build projects across the UK. With a collaborative approach from concept through to completion, they provide tailored construction solutions that combine quality craftsmanship, innovative thinking, and exceptional project delivery.

Working across a range of commercial sectors, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget, while developing long-term relationships with clients through excellent service and attention to detail. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team in Altrincham.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing competitive estimates and tender submissions for commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects

• Producing detailed quantity take-offs and cost plans from drawings and specifications

• Procuring subcontractors and obtaining competitive supplier quotations

• Managing the commercial aspects of projects from tender stage through to final account

• Preparing interim valuations, applications for payment, variations, and final accounts

• Producing CVRs, cost reports, and commercial forecasts

• Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities

• Working closely with Directors, Project Managers, and Site Teams to ensure successful project delivery

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors

• Supporting successful project handovers from pre-construction into delivery

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Quantity Surveyor / Estimator will have:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, or in a combined QS/Estimator role within the construction industry

• Experience within commercial fit-out, refurbishment, design & build, or specialist contracting

• Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability

• Experience preparing valuations, variations, and final accounts

• Excellent understanding of construction methods, procurement, and cost control

• Good knowledge of JCT contracts

• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• Excellent Microsoft Excel and IT skills

• A proactive and commercially focused approach

• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive basic salary of 55,000 - 65,000
• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious fit-out contractor
• Exposure to a diverse range of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Long-term career progression within an expanding business
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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