Full job descriptionManchester | Projects Across the North West & UK | Up to £68,000 + Car Allowance + Annual Bonus
Ready to take ownership of major construction projects and play a key role in a growing business?
Our client is an established and expanding construction contractor delivering projects across the Commercial, Industrial, Leisure and Education sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Manchester-based commercial team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to progress within a business that consistently wins new work and offers exposure to a diverse range of projects valued up to £15 million.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager and Directors, you will manage the commercial aspects of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Initially, you will support projects in the Pre-Construction phase before taking ownership of a live project from January onwards.
You can expect to oversee 2-3 projects simultaneously, with schemes located predominantly across Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, alongside occasional UK-wide projects for key clients.
Key Responsibilities
*Managing the commercial performance of construction projects from inception to completion
*Cost planning, procurement and subcontractor management
*Preparing and negotiating subcontract packages
*Valuations, variations and final accounts
*Monitoring project budgets and financial reporting
*Supporting pre-construction and tender activities
*Working closely with operational teams to maximise project profitability
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Project Portfolio
The business secures new projects on a regular basis and works across a variety of sectors including:
*Commercial
*Industrial
*Leisure
*Education
A major client is Center Parcs, with projects delivered nationwide and values reaching £5 million. The wider portfolio includes developments valued up to £15 million.
About You
*Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
*Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
*Proven track record delivering construction projects from pre-construction through to completion
*Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Full UK Driving Licence
What’s on Offer?
*Salary up to £68,000
*Car allowance
*Annual performance bonus
*Strong pipeline of secured work
*Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
*Mix of office-based work, site visits and client interaction
*Immediate interviews available
*Start date before Christmas or January 2027 at the latest
If you’re a commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a successful contractor with ambitious growth plans and a varied project portfolio, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.