Quantity Surveyor

Position: Quantity Surveyor (Permanent)
Quantity Surveyor
Main Contractor
Ballymena, Northern Ireland
Full time, Permanent
£50,000 - £55,000 per year

A leading main contractor in Ballymena is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of a varied portfolio of construction projects across Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering high-quality building and refurbishment schemes within the public and private sectors.
You will play a central role in the lifecycle of each project — from early design stages through procurement, delivery, and final account — ensuring financial control, compliance, and value for money are achieved throughout.

Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Cost Planning

Prepare initial cost estimates, feasibility studies, and cost plans based on design information
Analyse drawings, specifications, and project documentation to build accurate budgets
Advise on materials, construction methods, and cost-effective alternatives
Support tender preparation, subcontractor inquiries, and pricing submissions

Commercial Management During Construction

Manage project budgets, expenditure tracking, and cashflow forecasting
Prepare and submit accurate valuations, variations, compensation events, and progress claims
Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation actions from a commercial standpoint
Assist with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive and compliant procurement processes
Monitor subcontractor performance, reviewing claims, applications, and final accounts

Contract Administration & Compliance

Ensure all work is delivered in line with contract conditions, building regulations, and statutory requirements
Maintain detailed commercial records and ensure audit-ready documentation
Work closely with site teams to ensure cost control aligns with programme and quality targets
Assist with dispute resolution, negotiations, and commercial reporting to senior management

Stakeholder Engagement

Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal delivery teams
Provide clear cost updates, financial forecasts, and commercial insight to project managers and directors
Represent the contractor professionally during site visits, meetings, and commercial reviews

About the Role

This position splits time between office-based commercial duties and regular site visits across Northern Ireland.

Skills & Experience Required A successful candidate will demonstrate:

Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards
Excellent budgeting and cost management capability
High levels of numeracy with strong IT skills (Excel, measurement software, commercial packages)
Good understanding of Building Regulations and contractual procedures
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team Relevant qualifications (e.g., Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent) and experience within a main contracting environment are highly desirable.

If interested please feel free to get in touch with James at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)