Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK

Quantity Surveyor

Location – Carlisle

Salary/Package – £45,000 – £65,000 basic salary plus comprehensive package

About the Company

A well-established and highly respected specialist contractor with a turnover in excess of £10 million is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team in Carlisle.

Operating across the commercial construction sector, the business delivers high-quality interior fit-out, refurbishment, and specialist finishing projects throughout the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, repeat business, and long-standing client relationships, the company continues to secure major projects across a variety of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, and residential developments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and forward-thinking business with a collaborative culture and a strong pipeline of work.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

Managing the commercial aspects of interior fit-out and refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to final account
Preparing and managing project budgets, valuations, and cost reports
Producing accurate CVRs and financial forecasts
Managing subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and accounts
Identifying and managing variations and change control procedures
Supporting the operational team to ensure projects are delivered on budget and to programme
Liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
Assisting with risk management and contractual matters
Ensuring commercial processes and procedures are maintained throughout the project lifecycle

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Quantity Surveyor will have:

Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
A strong background in interior fit-out and refurbishment projects
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Good knowledge of standard forms of contract
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
A proactive and organised approach to work
Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Basic salary of £45,000 – £65,000 depending on experience
Attractive benefits package
Long-term career progression opportunities
Secure pipeline of upcoming projects
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable contractor
Exposure to a diverse range of high-quality projects across the UK

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

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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