Scaffolding Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – UK Projects

Building Careers UK

Preston

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Excellent benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

Building Careers UK is recruiting an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for scaffolding projects in the Preston area. The role covers cost planning, tendering, and commercial management from pre-construction through to delivery.

The ideal candidate will have experience in estimators/QS roles within construction, a solid grasp of valuations and final accounts, and strong Excel/IT skills, with a full UK driving licence. Excellent salary and benefits on offer.

Qualifications

Experience as Estimator/Quantity Surveyor or in a dual commercial role within construction.
Experience with scaffolding, access solutions, or related sectors is highly advantageous.
Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for scaffolding and specialist access projects.
Manage commercial aspects from tender to final account.
Review drawings, specifications and tender documents to produce take-offs and pricing schedules.
Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
Prepare applications for payment, valuations, variations and final accounts.
Monitor project costs and produce regular commercial reports.
Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities.
Support contract negotiations and subcontract procurement.