Quantity Surveyor

Position: Quantity Surveyor (Permanent)
We are currently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for our client in Wakefield. The company are a main contractor who specialise on projects in the care home sector including new builds and refurbishments. They’ve been operating for over 25 years and have a strong order book.

They’re recruiting a permanent Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of new build projects (typically £5–15m in value) from concept to completion. You’ll handle cost management, forecasting, and subcontractor relationships, ensuring the project stays on track financially and operationally. You’ll be a key part of the management team, working directly with the business owners in a supportive environment where collaboration and respect drive every decision.

* Lead the commercial management of high-value new build care home projects

* Oversee cost control, cashflow, valuations, and forecasting

* Appoint and manage subcontractors, ensuring strong commercial performance

* Work closely with site teams, suppliers, and clients to deliver excellence

* Based in Wakefield, with site visits nationwide once or twice a month

* 40-hour week, with flexibility for hybrid working

Requirement:

* Experienced Quantity Surveyor from residential or commercial construction

* Confident managing projects from inception to completion

* Main contractor experience

* Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying (preferred)

* Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment

* Looking for autonomy, trust, and long-term progression, not just another job

* Based within commuting distance of Wakefield

* An excellent communicator at all levels

* Excellent IT skills