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Quantity Surveyor
Job Posted: 10 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds
Expire in: 18 days
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Leeds
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Main Contractor / Construction / Fit Out
Reporting to: Commercial Manager
About the Company
Our client is a well-established SME main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fast-track construction projects. With a large proportion of repeat business and long-standing client relationships, they operate across a mix of sectors, including retail (notably supermarkets), and public sector frameworks, with circa 15% of work involving MOD and MOJ projects.
With a young and driven team, they foster a collaborative and energetic working environment, encouraging ownership, development, and innovation.
The Role
Due to continued growth and upcoming project opportunities, our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS looking to take ownership of varied projects and contribute to a close-knit and ambitious team.
You will work closely with the Commercial Manager and liaise with the Bid Director (who leads the estimating function) to support the successful delivery of tenders and projects.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all commercial aspects of assigned refurbishment and fast-track projects
Support cost planning, budgeting, and tendering processes
Liaise with the Bid Director on tenders and ensure accurate cost evaluations
Prepare and review contracts, subcontracts, and procurement documentation
Carry out valuations, variations, and final accounts
Monitor project performance against budgets and provide regular reporting
Ensure compliance with commercial and contractual obligations
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering
Key Projects
Fast-track refurbishments across retail and commercial sectors
Framework and repeat business with MOD and MOJ clients
Supermarket refurbishments and fit-outs
Selectively tendered projects with a focus on quality over volume
Candidate Profile
5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within a main contractor environment
Experience in refurbishment and/or fast-track projects preferred
Understanding of public sector procurement (MOD/MOJ) beneficial
Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workload
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Why Join?
Flexible salary based on experience (£40K-£55K)
Work in a supportive SME environment with real ownership and visibility
Opportunity to work on diverse and fast-paced projects
Collaborative team with a modern approach and youthful energy
High level of repeat business and client trust - quality over quantityBefore You Apply
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