Quantity Surveyor - Wakefield
Retail / Fit Out
I'm working with a well-established retail fit-out and refurbishment contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Projects Division.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation in the retail sector, delivering fast-paced refurbishment, fit-out and design & build projects for major clients across the UK.
The successful candidate will take full commercial responsibility for multiple projects, ensuring schemes are delivered profitably while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal delivery teams.
Projects typically range from smaller fast-track refurbishments through to £2m fit-out schemes, often delivered within live retail environments and demanding programmes.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for managing projects from initial scoping through to final account, providing commercial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Attending site surveys and pre-start meetings
- Preparing cost plans, estimates and tender documentation
- Procuring and managing subcontractor packages
- Providing commercial support to Project Managers and operational teams
- Managing project costs, variations and change control
- Producing CVRs and maintaining accurate financial reporting
- Preparing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
- Managing subcontractor payments and commercial negotiations
- Ensuring contractual compliance under JCT contracts
- Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
- Maximising project profitability and cash flow
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
About You
We're keen to speak with Quantity Surveyors who have experience delivering retail fit-out, refurbishment or fast-track construction projects.
You'll ideally have:
- At least 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying position
- A background within retail fit-out, refurbishment or interiors
- Experience managing projects from tender through to final account
- Strong knowledge of JCT forms of contract
- Experience working with schedules of rates and framework agreements
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced project environment
Qualifications
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
- CIOB or RICS accreditation (or working towards) would be advantageous
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