Quantity Surveyor in Heap Bridge

Energy Jobline AZ; Heywood; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support high-spec residential developments in Greater Manchester. This role encompasses managing commercial delivery, preparing tender packages, and ensuring compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, minimum 4 years of experience, and a strong knowledge of JCT D&B contracts. This position offers a salary range of £50,000 – £60,000 and supports hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ post-graduate QS experience.
• Proven track record delivering new-build residential developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery across live projects and upcoming phases.
• Prepare tender packages and lead subcontractor procurement.
• Manage cost reporting, CVRs, and financial forecasting.
• Attend project and design team meetings, offering commercial input.
• Prepare valuations, track variations and change control.
• Work with site teams to monitor progress and cost impact.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of JCT D&B contracts

Excellent numeracy

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Competent in cost software systems

Competent in Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

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Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Manchester / Greater Manchester (Site-Based & Office Hybrid)
Sector: Residential – New-Build Apartments (Mid–High Rise)
Salary Range: £50,000 – £60,000

Role Overview

Our client, a reputable and growing main contractor are looking to recruit a Intermediate /Project Quantity Surveyor to help deliver apartment schemes across the Manchester and Cheshire areas. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in the commercial management of high-spec residential developments from groundworks to handover. You’ll be working on multi-phase apartment schemes (£8million–£25million in value), with full involvement from early procurement through to final accounts.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery across live projects and upcoming phases
• Prepare tender packages and lead subcontractor procurement
• Manage cost reporting, CVRs, and financial forecasting
• Attend project and design team meetings, offering commercial input
• Prepare valuations, track variations and change control
• Work with site teams to monitor progress and cost impact
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company standards
• Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships
• Provide support to junior QS staff where applicable

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 4 years’ post-graduate QS experience
• Proven track record delivering new-build residential developments
• Strong working knowledge of JCT D&B contracts
• Excellent numeracy, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills
• Competent in cost software systems and Excel

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