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Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Liverpool

35,000 - 50,000 + Package

Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking specialist in high-performance, bespoke door and barrier systems. With over 15 years of expertise, they have built a reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and delivering tailored solutions to high-profile commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the UK. The company has a strong order book, a commitment to quality, and is known for investing in its people and their development.

Your new role

Our client is seeking a confident and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team at their Liverpool office. This dual-role position is crucial in supporting the delivery of complex and bespoke manufactured solutions for high-security and performance-critical environments. You will be involved in project cost planning, estimation, and commercial management throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for bespoke door and barrier projects

• Liaising with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure project requirements are fully understood and costed

• Producing and managing bills of quantities, tender documents, and procurement schedules

• Conducting risk and value management assessments

• Analysing subcontractor quotations and negotiating contract terms

• Managing interim valuations, progress claims, and final accounts

• Monitoring project budgets and advising on any potential cost implications

• Supporting the commercial team in pricing variations and managing change control

• Maintaining detailed documentation and records of all commercial activities

• Attending pre-tender and project review meetings with internal and external stakeholders

What you will need to succeed:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor and/or Estimator within the construction, manufacturing, or specialist fabrication sectors

• Strong understanding of commercial processes, cost control, and contract management

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Causeway, or similar)

• HNC/HND or degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline

• A proactive and team-oriented approach

What you get in return:

• Competitive salary ranging from 35,000 to 50,000 depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, generous holiday allowance, and company bonus scheme

• A positive, collaborative, and safety-first working environment

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

• The chance to work on unique and technically challenging projects that make a real-world impact

• A supportive team culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that values technical excellence and supports your growth, apply now to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying/Estimating career.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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