Quantity Surveyor

Our client, a well-established and growing contractor within the fire industry is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, safety-critical projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors.

With over two decades of experience in life safety systems, our client has built a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise, and reliability. They're now looking for a commercially astute professional who can support project delivery from pre-construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the effective commercial management of multiple projects, including:

• Preparing cost estimates, budgets, and detailed valuations
• Managing the procurement process, including subcontractor packages and supplier contracts
• Administering interim applications, variations, and final accounts
• Working closely with project teams to monitor budgets, progress, and costs
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities
• Supporting with tender submissions and contract negotiations
• Ensuring projects remain commercially viable and profitable
• Providing cost advice and reports to internal and external stakeholders

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a proactive, driven individual with strong technical knowledge and commercial experience. Ideally, you'll have:

• 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry
• Experience within Fire Protection, M&E, Drylining, or a related specialist trade preferred
• Strong working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
• Excellent cost control, reporting, and negotiation skills
• A solid understanding of subcontractor management and procurement processes
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with varying complexity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package tailored to experience
• Pension scheme and discretionary bonus
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team culture within a growing business
• Opportunity to work on specialist and technically challenging projects
• Clear path for career progression

Whether you come from a general construction background or have sector-specific experience, this is a chance to work with a respected contractor that values expertise, integrity, and long-term relationships.

Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed)

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