Senior Quantity Surveyor

Falcon Green; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized contractor in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead a £35M conversion project. The role involves overseeing procurement, managing subcontractor packages, and ensuring cost control throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in quantity surveying focused on fit-outs. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveyor role, specializing in internals/fit-out.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fresh, dynamic team.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fresh, dynamic team

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities for construction projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and measurements from architectural and engineering drawings.
• Advise on procurement strategies and assist in the selection of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures, ensuring they align with the approved budget.
• Manage and lead a team of quantity surveyors, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Monitor project costs and expenditures to align with budgets
• Provide cost implications of design decisions and propose value engineering solutions
• Conduct cost analyses and cost forecasting for planning and decision-making
• Manage and lead a team of quantity surveyors, providing guidance
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure cost control
• Prepare and submit progress claims and final accounts, managing disputes if any
• Conduct risk assessments and implement cost-related risk strategies
• Keep up to date with industry trends, regulations and best practices

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Base pay range

Salary range is provided by Falcon Green. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Overview

Opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing contractor specializing in high-end refurbishment and fit-out projects. They are a trusted and award-winning company known for excellence in construction, turning spaces into works of art.

The project you will be the Commercial Lead across is a £35M Cat A/B conversion of a historic building in Liverpool into an office development with a restaurant and social space within. You will be involved from pre-construction through to final account, overseeing procurement, managing subcontractor packages, and ensuring cost control and commercial success throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities for construction projects.


• Conduct quantity take-offs and measurements from architectural and engineering drawings.


• Analyse project specifications and identify potential cost-saving measures.


• Advise on procurement strategies and assist in the selection of subcontractors and suppliers.


• Negotiate and prepare contracts, including variations and change orders.


• Monitor project costs and expenditures, ensuring they align with the approved budget.


• Provide advice on cost implications of design decisions and propose value engineering solutions.


• Conduct cost analyses and cost forecasting to support project planning and decision-making.


• Manage and lead a team of quantity surveyors, providing guidance and mentorship.


• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost control and effective project delivery.


• Prepare and submit progress claims and final accounts, including managing contractual disputes if they arise.


• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies related to costs.


• Keep up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in quantity surveying.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or related field


• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveyor role, specialising in internals/fit-out


• Strong analytical and numerical skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work collaboratively within a fresh, dynamic team

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Construction and Building Construction

If you are well suited to this role, please apply through the link and we will contact you for a confidential discussion.