Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Building Careers UK Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Attractive benefits package

Career progression

Exposure to UK projects

Training and development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an Estimator / Quantity Surveyor for commercial fit-out projects, based in Huddersfield. The role involves cost estimation, tender submissions, quantity take-offs, subcontractor procurement and commercial management from tender to final account.

You will work closely with project teams to deliver value and quality on high-profile retail and commercial interiors. The ideal candidate will have experience in fit-out or refurbishment, strong negotiation and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or combined QS/Estimator role.
• Experience in commercial fit-out, shopfitting, interiors, or refurbishment.
• Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability.
• Experience preparing valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Good understanding of JCT contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and live projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions for commercial fit-out projects.
• Produce detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Procure subcontractors and obtain competitive supplier quotations.
• Manage projects commercially from tender stage through final account.
• Prepare interim valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Produce CVRs, cost reports and commercial forecasts.
• Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Work with Project Managers, Contracts Managers and Directors to ensure delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support handover of projects from pre-construction to delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisation

Multitasking

IT Skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Fit Out

Location - Huddersfield

Salary/Package - £55,000 - £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is a leading nationwide commercial fit-out and shopfitting contractor delivering high-quality projects across the retail, hospitality, leisure, and commercial sectors. Established for over 20 years, they have built an outstanding reputation for delivering award-winning interior fit-out projects through meticulous planning, effective cost control, and exceptional client service.

Working with a portfolio of well-known national brands, the business delivers projects ranging from small works through to major contracts valued up to £3 million. With a strong emphasis on health & safety, quality, and employing experienced in-house site teams, they continue to enjoy sustained growth and are now looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of an Estimator / Quantity Surveyor.

The Role

• Preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive tender submissions for commercial fit-out and shopfitting projects
• Producing detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications
• Procuring subcontractors and obtaining competitive supplier quotations
• Managing projects commercially from tender stage through to final account
• Preparing interim valuations, variations, applications for payment, and final accounts
• Producing CVRs, cost reports, and commercial forecasts
• Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities
• Working closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers, and Directors to ensure successful project delivery
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Supporting the smooth handover of projects from pre-construction through to delivery

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or in a combined QS/Estimator role
• Experience within commercial fit-out, shopfitting, interiors, or refurbishment would be highly advantageous
• Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability
• Experience preparing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Good understanding of JCT contracts
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and live projects simultaneously
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive basic salary of £55,000 - £75,000
• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing commercial fit-out specialist
• Exposure to high-profile retail, hospitality, leisure, and commercial projects across the UK
• Long-term career progression within an expanding commercial team
• 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.