Senior Quantity Surveyor

Manchester City Council; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of construction projects, ensuring cost efficiency and quality delivery. You will play a vital role in supporting the council's ambitious development plans, contributing to a vibrant community. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers opportunities for continuous learning and development. If you are passionate about construction and want to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteering leave

Learning and development opportunities

Casual Car Allowance

Employee discounts

Flexible work options

Health and wellbeing support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial and contractual issues in construction.
• Registered with RICS or CIOB, working towards chartered membership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver construction and refurbishment projects within budget.
• Assist clients in developing cost-effective project programmes.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Planning

Contract Management

Commercial Awareness

Project Management

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

MSc in Quantity Surveying

Tools

JCT Contracts

NEC3/4 Contracts

PSPC Contracts

Job description

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Working Hours: 35 hour per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing Date: 13 May 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: Face to Face

This role is subject to -

2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.

Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

Qualification: BSc/MSc In Quantity surveying and registration with Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

The Capital Programmes Division is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced quantity surveying practitioner to join its Commercial Team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.

The Capital Programme Division reports to the Director of Growth & Development and is responsible for developing and delivering Major and Minor Capital Programmes across the City. The current value of the programme is £200m pa. The portfolio of work is varied and some of our current and previous projects include the construction of new schools, large scale solar PV installations, building demolition, repair, maintenance & refurbishment of heritage buildings, galleries, leisure centres, and park buildings.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor role is based in the Minor Works Team which is responsible for delivering construction, repair and refurbishment projects and programmes such as the Manchester City Council Corporate Estates Asset Management Programme , which range in value from £2k to £2m. The team assists clients to review project requirements and develop programmes of work which achieve economies of scale from a cost, quality, and programme delivery perspective.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will have a relevant accredited degree at BSc/MSc level in quantity surveying and be registered with a professional construction surveying body such as the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors as chartered member (MRICS) or currently working towards this professional qualification/level of chartered membership.

Experience of working within a commercial team setting as a quantity surveyor on a range of construction projects is essential. Demonstrable experience of managing and resolving commercial and contractual issues and risks at project level is also required. This will be underpinned by experience of pre-contract, post contract and cost planning within a construction environment, along with experience and knowledge of working with various contracts such as PSPC, JCT and NEC3/4 (ECC and TSC). Experience of leading and supervising multi-disciplinary project design teams is also required.

If you have the above experience and skills and would like to work in a dynamic and interesting environment, we would like to hear from you. Please ensure your application addresses the Generic Skills and the Technical Requirement (Role Specific) sections outlined in the role profile.

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
  
  

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
  
  

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
  
  

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition
  
  

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
  
  

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

Required

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.
• Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
  
  

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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