Quantity Surveyor

A well-established specialist facade contractor, based in Derby and part of a wider construction group, is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor. The facades division works exclusively on new-build schemes covering SFS boarding, brick slip cladding, and aluminium and terracotta facade systems. The team of around 22 delivers work nationwide, with a strong pipeline of secured projects across the Midlands, Bristol and Milton Keynes.

This is a genuine opportunity to join a business that promotes from within, values its people and has built a young, ambitious team around a clear set of company values. The QS will report directly to the Commercial Director and mentor a junior QS, taking commercial ownership of significant new-build facade packages with values ranging from £1 million to £20 million.

Live and upcoming projects include high-profile residential-led schemes for some of the UK's leading house builders and developers. The role is Derby office based with regular site visits, giving the successful candidate a proper mix of commercial and project exposure.

Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits

* Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 (DOE)

* Car Allowance: £500 to £650 per month

* 10% Profit Share Bonus Scheme

* 20 Days Holiday plus Christmas Shutdown (typically totals 24 to 27 days) plus Bank Holidays

* Out-of-Hours GP Access

* Private Medical Cover (for senior appointments, subject to eligibility)

* Pension Scheme

* Ongoing Training and Development

* Genuine track record of internal progression across the wider group

Quantity Surveyor Job Overview

* Take full commercial ownership of assigned facade packages from contract award through to final account

* Manage cost planning, CVRs, cost forecasting and monthly commercial reporting

* Prepare, submit and negotiate valuations, variations and final accounts

* Identify, assess and mitigate commercial and contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle

* Administer main contracts and subcontract packages, ensuring contractual obligations are managed

* Oversee subcontract procurement, administration and payment processes

* Prepare and manage contra-charges, claims, contractual notices and correspondence

* Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, main contractors, consultants and the supply chain

* Support the Commercial Director on strategy, reporting and continuous improvement

* Mentor and support the development of a junior Quantity Surveyor

* Attend site regularly to build relationships and stay close to project delivery

Quantity Surveyor Requirements

* Proven Quantity Surveying experience, ideally with a facade, envelope or specialist subcontractor

* Main contractor experience will be considered where the candidate can demonstrate stability and commitment

* Strong knowledge of standard and bespoke forms of contract

* Sound understanding of cost control, CVRs, change management and final accounts

* Experience with subcontract procurement, administration and payment processes

* Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills

* Commercially sharp, self-motivated and detail focused

* Confident mentoring and developing junior team members

* Comfortable working from a Derby office, with willingness to travel to sites nationwide as required

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

* A stable, well-run specialist within a wider group turning over £28 million plus, giving genuine long-term security and career depth

* Report directly to the Commercial Director on projects up to £20 million for some of the UK's biggest house builders

* Real mentoring responsibility, with the chance to develop a junior QS and build your own team over time

* A business with clear values, strong culture and a proven track record of promoting from within

* 100% new-build workload, with no remediation or recladding exposure

* Established Derby office with a young, close-knit team and a proper mix of office and site time

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Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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