Quantity Surveyor

Location: Prescot

Project Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Liverpool  office and site based role

Salary:
Project Quantity Surveyor:  £35,000  £54,000

Senior Quantity Surveyor:  £55,000  £70,000

Package:  Car allowance, pension and generous holiday entitlement
Job Type:  Permanent, Full Time

The Opportunity  We are currently recruiting for an established and highly regarded construction contractor with a  strong order book and an exciting pipeline of projects across Liverpool .
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint either a  Project Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor , depending on experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering a varied portfolio of  education, commercial and healthcare projects  across the Liverpool area.
The roles will involve a combination of  office and site-based working , giving you the opportunity to be closely involved with projects from a commercial and operational perspective.

The Role  As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects, working closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably.

Key Responsibilities    Managing the commercial aspects of construction projects from start through to completion

Preparing and submitting monthly valuations

Managing variations, changes and compensation events

Preparing and monitoring  CVRs and cost/value reporting

Cost forecasting and monitoring project expenditure

Managing subcontractor accounts and payments

Procurement and negotiation with subcontractors and suppliers

Reviewing and agreeing subcontractor applications and final accounts

Monitoring project costs against budgets

Identifying commercial risks and opportunities

Assisting with project cost control and financial reporting

Preparing and agreeing final accounts

Working closely with the site and project management teams

Maintaining strong commercial relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers

Supporting the successful commercial delivery of projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor  At Senior QS level, you will take greater commercial ownership of projects and play a key role in supporting the wider project and commercial teams.
You will be expected to demonstrate strong commercial awareness, confidently manage client and subcontractor relationships, and provide guidance to less experienced members of the commercial team where required.
About You  We are interested in speaking with Quantity Surveyors who have experience working for a  main contractor or construction contractor  and are looking for their next opportunity in Liverpool.
You should have:
Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry

Strong commercial and financial awareness

Experience managing valuations, variations, CVRs and final accounts

Good knowledge of subcontractor management and procurement

Strong negotiation and communication skills

The ability to work effectively with both site and office-based teams

Good attention to detail and organisational skills

A proactive and commercially focused approach

A relevant  Quantity Surveying, Construction or Commercial Management degree would be advantageous.
For the Senior Quantity Surveyor position, you will ideally have substantial experience managing projects independently and taking ownership of the commercial function.
Why Apply?  This is a great opportunity to join an  established contractor with a strong order book , providing long-term security and the opportunity to work on a varied range of projects across the Liverpool area.
You will benefit from:
Competitive salary of  £35,000  £54,000  for Project Quantity Surveyor

Competitive salary of  £55,000  £70,000  for Senior Quantity Surveyor

Car allowance

Pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Stable pipeline of work

Projects across  education, commercial and healthcare

Established and reputable contractor

Opportunity for long-term career development

Apply Now  If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity with an established contractor and a strong pipeline of Liverpool-based projects, we would be keen to hear from you.

To apply or discuss the role in confidence please call or email your cv
Alexandra Smith - Quantity Surveying, Estimating and Procurement Recruitment Specialist