Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Building Careers UK Ltd; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent package

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join a specialist construction contractor in Preston. The role combines estimating, quantity surveying and commercial management, with responsibilities from initial enquiry through to completion.

You will price projects, manage costs, and work with clients, main contractors and suppliers to ensure accurate pricing and commercial viability across diverse acoustic, flooring and fit-out projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator.
• Experience in estimating and commercial management for specialist construction.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience producing cost build-ups and tenders.
• Strong understanding of project profitability and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for specialist construction projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Carrying out quantity take-offs and measurements.
• Producing cost plans and pricing schedules.
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Preparing tender submissions and commercial proposals.
• Managing project costs from contract award through to completion.
• Reviewing budgets and commercial risks.

Skills

Quantity surveyor experience

Estimating

Commercial management

Reading drawings

Tender and cost build-ups

Negotiation

Project profitability

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - Specialist Construction

About the Company

Our client is a well-established specialist construction contractor with extensive experience delivering acoustic, soundproofing, flooring and specialist building solutions across the UK.

The business operates across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, hospitality and leisure, working with major contractors, developers and end clients.

Its specialist services include acoustic flooring, sound absorption, soundproofing, raised access flooring and underfloor heating solutions.

With an established project portfolio and a strong reputation within the specialist construction sector, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join a growing commercial team.

The Role

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team in Preston.

This is a varied position combining estimating, quantity surveying and commercial management, with responsibility for pricing projects, managing costs and supporting projects from initial enquiry through to completion.

You will work closely with clients, main contractors, project teams, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure projects are accurately priced and commercially managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for specialist construction projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Carrying out detailed quantity take-offs and measurements
• Producing detailed cost plans and pricing schedules
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Preparing tender submissions and commercial proposals
• Reviewing project scope and identifying potential risks and opportunities
• Supporting value engineering and alternative design solutions
• Managing project costs from contract award through to completion
• Monitoring project budgets, variations and changes
• Preparing and submitting valuations and applications for payment
• Managing variations and additional works
• Reviewing costs against budgets and identifying areas of commercial risk
• Assisting with final accounts and commercial close-out
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects remain commercially viable
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and the supply chain
• Supporting the wider commercial and business development teams where required

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Quantity Surveyor / Estimator will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or QS/Estimator
• Experience within the construction or specialist subcontracting sector
• Strong estimating and commercial management experience
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience producing detailed cost build-ups and tenders
• Strong understanding of construction costs, labour, materials and subcontractor pricing
• Experience managing variations and final accounts
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Commercially astute with a strong understanding of project profitability
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience within acoustic, flooring, fit-out, interiors or another specialist construction sector would be advantageous
• Relevant Quantity Surveying / Construction qualification would be beneficial but not essential

What's on Offer

• 60,000 - 65,000 salary
• Excellent package
• Preston-based position
• Opportunity to join an established specialist contractor
• Strong and varied project portfolio
• Exposure to commercial, residential, education and hospitality projects
• Opportunity to take responsibility across both estimating and quantity surveying
• Long-term career opportunity
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent opportunity for career progression

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.