Job Description Project Quantity Surveyor\n \n Location: Salford, Greater Manchester Salary: £55,000-£65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Job Type: Permanent \n \nAbout the Company\n \n Our client is an established construction business delivering a varied portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects. With a strong focus on commercial performance, quality and successful project delivery, the business provides an opportunity to work closely with experienced construction professionals and operational teams. \n The company is looking to appoint a commercially astute and motivated Project Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of key commercial activities, protect project margins and contribute to the successful financial delivery of its projects. \n \nThe Role\n \n An opportunity has arisen for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join the team in Salford, with a salary of £55,000-£65,000 plus package. \n This is a predominantly post-contract commercial role, ideal for a Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being closely involved in project delivery and working collaboratively with project managers, site teams and the wider supply chain. \n You will be responsible for managing project costs, valuations, subcontractor accounts, variations and final accounts, ensuring strong commercial control throughout the construction process. Alongside your post-contract responsibilities, you will also contribute to selected pre-contract activities, including estimating, cost planning, tender reviews and procurement. \n This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of commercial performance across a varied portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects, while continuing to develop your expertise across both pre- and post-contract functions. \n \nKey Responsibilities\n \nPost-Contract Commercial Management\n \n \n \n Manage project costs, budgets, forecasts and cash flow. \n \n Prepare and submit interim valuations and applications for payment. \n \n Assess variations, compensation events where applicable, and change control. \n \n Monitor and report on project commercial performance, risks and opportunities. \n \n Maintain effective cost control and identify opportunities to protect and improve project margins. \n \n \nSubcontractor and Supply-Chain Management\n \n \n \n Manage subcontract procurement, orders, valuations and payments. \n \n Review subcontractor quotations and negotiate commercially competitive terms. \n \n Agree variations and resolve commercial queries with subcontractors and suppliers. \n \n Reconcile costs, manage subcontractor accounts and negotiate final accounts. \n \n Work closely with project managers, site teams and subcontractors to maintain commercial control. \n \n \nPre-Contract Support\n \n \n \n Assist with tender reviews, cost estimates and cost plans. \n \n Obtain, review and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations. \n \n Support procurement strategies, tender comparisons and value engineering exercises. \n \n Contribute to project budgets and the commercial handover from tender stage through to delivery. \n \n \nFinal Accounts and Project Delivery\n \n \n \n Drive the timely agreement of client and subcontractor final accounts. \n \n Maintain accurate commercial records, cost reports and supporting documentation. \n \n Identify commercial risks at an early stage and recommend practical solutions. \n \n Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants and project delivery teams. \n \n Support the successful financial and commercial completion of projects. \n \n \nRequirements\n \n \n \n Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor role within the construction industry. \n \n Strong post-contract commercial management experience. \n \n Proven experience managing valuations, variations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts. \n \n Good understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes and cost control. \n \n Confident negotiation, communication and analytical skills. \n \n Strong organisational skills and a proactive, commercially focused approach. \n \n Ability to work effectively with site teams, project managers, subcontractors and other stakeholders. \n \n Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience. \n \n \nWhat's on Offer?\n \n \n \n Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience. \n \n Additional package and benefits. \n \n Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects. \n \n Genuine ownership of commercial activities and the ability to influence project outcomes. \n \n Collaboration with experienced construction and consultancy professionals. \n \n Exposure to both post-contract commercial delivery and pre-contract planning. \n \n Opportunity to further develop your commercial expertise within an established construction business. \n \n \nApply\n \n I
Project Quantity Surveyor in Stockport employer: Building Careers UK Ltd
Our client is a leading civil engineering and highways contractor based in Stockport, offering a collaborative work culture and a strong focus on employee development. With a substantial forward order book and long-term framework contracts, employees benefit from exposure to major projects across the North West, competitive salaries, and excellent packages, making it an ideal environment for experienced professionals seeking meaningful career growth.
