Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Manchester / Greater Manchester (Site-Based & Office Hybrid)
Sector: Residential – New-Build Apartments (Mid–High Rise)
Salary Range: £50,000 – £60,000 + Car Allowance + Package

Role Overview:

Our client, a reputable and growing main contractor are looking to recruit a Intermediate /Project Quantity Surveyor to help deliver apartment schemes across the Manchester and Cheshire areas.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in the commercial management of high-spec residential developments from groundworks to handover. You’ll be working on multi-phase apartment schemes (£8million–£25million in value), with full involvement from early procurement through to final accounts.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

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Lead commercial delivery across live projects and upcoming phases

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Prepare tender packages and lead subcontractor procurement

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Manage cost reporting, CVRs, and financial forecasting

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Attend project and design team meetings, offering commercial input

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Prepare valuations, track variations and change control

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Work with site teams to monitor progress and cost impact

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Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company standards

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Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships

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Provide support to junior QS staff where applicable

Required Skills & Experience:

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Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (or equivalent experience)

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Minimum 4 years’ post-graduate QS experience

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Proven track record delivering new-build residential developments

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Strong working knowledge of JCT D&B contracts

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Excellent numeracy, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills

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Competent in cost software systems and Excel