Quantity surveyor Ref 000A 9108 / 1

Essential Employment; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the redevelopment of a regional airport, focusing on enhancing the customer journey and commercial viability. The ideal candidate will lead cost planning, provide cost analysis, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role offers competitive rates and the flexibility to work on-site or remotely.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in infrastructure or commercial refurbishment projects, ideally within transport or aviation.
• Flexible with contract length (3–6 months with potential for permanent post).
• Ability to work both on-site at the airport and remotely if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and commercial management across phases of the airport refurbishment.
• Provide detailed cost analysis for remodelling passenger flow.
• Support the design and implementation of upgraded toilet facilities.

Skills

Cost planning

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Procurement

Contract administration

Education

RICS or equivalent qualification

Job description

Quantity surveyor

08/12/2025 – 27/02/2026

£300-£350 per day

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the redevelopment of a regional airport, with a focus on enhancing the customer journey and commercial viability. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact project that reimagines the passenger experience from security to departure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and commercial management across phases of the airport refurbishment.
• Provide detailed cost analysis for remodelling passenger flow, ensuring optimal exposure to retail and duty‑free areas.
• Support the design and implementation of upgraded toilet facilities, ensuring alignment with passenger expectations and budget constraints.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and operational teams to ensure cost‑effective delivery of design intent.
• Prepare tender documentation, manage procurement processes, and evaluate contractor bids.
• Monitor project budgets, forecast expenditures, and manage variations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and airport standards.
• Work on the terminal in arrivals and departures to support design specifications and customer experience enhancements.
• Coordinate with Head of Security and other stakeholders to align guidelines.

Project Highlights

• Passenger Flow Redesign: Transition from a direct route to Wetherspoons to a curated journey through duty‑free and key retail zones.
• Toilet Experience Upgrade: Deliver a modern, clean, and accessible washroom experience that reflects best‑in‑class airport standards.
• Cost Intelligence: Provide strategic insights into cost drivers, value engineering opportunities, and lifecycle costing.

Requirements

• Proven experience in infrastructure or commercial refurbishment projects, ideally within transport or aviation.
• Strong understanding of cost planning, procurement, and contract administration.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• RICS or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Newly qualified professionals are considered.
• Flexible with contract length (3–6 months with potential for permanent post).
• Ability to work both on‑site at the airport and remotely if required.
• Willingness to work Monday‑Friday, 38.5 hours per week (0830‑1700) and consideration for part‑time arrangements.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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