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Quantity Surveyor/Estimator - Refurbishment and Maintenance
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - Refurbishment & Maintenance
Carlisle, Cumbria - £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + comprehensive package (including car allowance, pension, holiday entitlement and additional benefits)
About the Company
A well-established and reputable main contractor based in Carlisle, delivering refurbishment, maintenance and new build projects across Cumbria and the North West.
With over two decades of experience, the business works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities and public sector clients, delivering planned maintenance, responsive repairs, voids, refurbishment and improvement works.
Employing a strong directly employed workforce and operating with long-term framework agreements, the company prides itself on quality workmanship, reliability and strong client relationships.
The Role
Due to continued growth and secured frameworks, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join the commercial team.
This is a dual-role position, combining estimating duties at tender stage with commercial management of projects through to final account. Projects will predominantly involve refurbishment, planned maintenance and reactive works within social housing and public sector environments.
As Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, you will be responsible for:
Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for refurbishment and maintenance works
Reviewing drawings, specifications and schedules to accurately price works
Managing project costs from inception through to final account
Procurement of subcontractors and materials
Valuations, variations, and cost reporting
Liaising with site teams, clients and subcontractors
Monitoring budgets and ensuring projects are delivered within agreed margins
Supporting the business in securing new work through competitive and accurate pricing
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Quantity Surveyor / Estimator will have:
Proven experience within refurbishment and/or maintenance projects
Background working with housing associations, local authorities or public sector clients (desirable)
Experience in both estimating and commercial management
Strong understanding of JCT contracts
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
£45,000 - £55,000 salary (DOE)
Car allowance
Pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
Stable pipeline of secured work
Opportunity to join a well-established regional contractor with strong local reputation
Career progression within a growing commercial team
If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator looking for a long-term opportunity within a stable and respected contractor in the Cumbria region, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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