Quantity Surveyor

A well-established, multi-disciplinary construction contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join their growing commercial team. With a strong pipeline of secured work across Yorkshire, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a key role in their successful delivery.

Operating across a range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, leisure, and industrial, the business delivers high-quality schemes typically valued between £5m - £20m.

The Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be commercially responsible for one or multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will work closely with the wider project team, ensuring strong cost control, risk management, and commercial performance throughout.

This role offers a high level of autonomy, while still providing support from senior commercial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all commercial aspects of projects from inception to completion
• Preparing detailed cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation
• Leading the procurement process, including subcontractor selection and negotiation
• Preparing, submitting, and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts
• Managing variations, change control, and contract administration
• Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Supporting junior members of the commercial team where required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment
• Experience delivering projects within the £5m - £20m range
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related field

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (£55k - £60k depending on experience)

• Car allowance / company vehicle
• Bonus scheme
• Pension and additional benefits
• Strong pipeline of secured work across Yorkshire
• Genuine career progression opportunities into Senior QS level
• Supportive, team-focused working environment