Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

Astute People; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering specialist in the UK seeks a Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager for steelwork and cladding projects. This role offers a salary between £60,000 – £70,000, a car allowance, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should have a strong background in quantity surveying and project management, with excellent commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills. The position also includes benefits such as pension contributions and the chance to work on high-profile projects.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension contribution

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantity surveying and project management.
• Understanding of steel fabrication and cladding systems.
• Membership or RICS / CIOB preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, valuations, and final accounts.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Quantity surveying expertise

Project management experience

Contract knowledge (NEC 4)

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Cost management software

Job description

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading specialist engineering business delivering high-integrity nuclear, steelwork, and modular construction projects to recruit a Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager – Steelwork & Cladding with UK-wide travel. The role offers a salary between £60,000 – £70,000, a car allowance, and a benefits package supporting professional development. If you are a Quantity Surveyor or Project Manager looking to work for an organisation that values technical excellence, safety, and innovative delivery, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage budgets, valuations, variations, and final accounts for steelwork and cladding packages.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, and supplier performance.
• Coordinate design, fabrication, and site teams to achieve programme, cost, and quality targets.
• Identify risks, monitor progress, and implement cost and schedule controls.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and nuclear/construction regulations.
• Support tenders by providing accurate cost input and commercial advice.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and design teams to resolve issues and drive project delivery.
• Monitor site labour productivity, material usage, and subcontractor performance to maximise value.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantity surveying and project management within steelwork or cladding sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract knowledge (NEC 4).
• Understanding of steel fabrication, cladding systems, and installation sequencing.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in a QS/PM role; a degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline is ideal.
• Membership or working towards RICS / CIOB preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and cost management software.
• Experience in nuclear, modular construction, or off-site manufacture is desirable.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary between £60,000 – £70,000.
• Car allowance and mileage paid.
• Benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects.
• Pension contribution.
• Opportunity to progress within a long-standing, successful business.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.