Quantity Surveyor - Refurbishment & Fit Out
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Location: Lancashire
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Job Type: Permanent
About the Company
Our client is an established design and build contractor with experience across refurbishment, renovation, fit-out and construction projects.
The business works across both commercial and domestic environments, delivering projects from initial design and planning through to construction and completion. With a strong focus on quality, workmanship and delivering projects on time and within budget, the company is now looking to strengthen its commercial team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor.
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join the business and take responsibility for the commercial management of refurbishment and fit-out projects across Lancashire.
You will work closely with the project and site teams, managing costs from procurement through to final account while ensuring projects remain commercially controlled and profitable.
This role would suit an experienced QS from a refurbishment, fit-out, interiors or general building background who is looking for a position with responsibility and the opportunity to play an important role within a growing business.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial management of refurbishment and fit-out projects
Managing project costs, budgets and financial performance
Preparing and reviewing valuations and applications for payment
Managing subcontractor procurement and packages
Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
Preparing subcontract orders and reviewing contractual documentation
Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets
Managing variations, change and additional works
Preparing cost reports, forecasts and cash-flow information
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
Working closely with Project Managers and Site Teams
Managing subcontractor accounts and payments
Reviewing progress and completed works for valuation purposes
Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts
Maintaining accurate commercial records
Liaising with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders
Supporting the successful commercial delivery of projects from start to finish
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor
Experience within refurbishment, fit-out, interiors or general building
Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
Experience managing subcontractor packages
Good understanding of procurement and cost control
Experience with valuations, variations and final accounts
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Good numerical and analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Confident working with project and site teams
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification would be advantageous
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
£50,000 - £65,000 + package
Permanent position
Lancashire-based opportunity
Refurbishment and fit-out projects
Commercial responsibility from procurement through to final account
Opportunity to join an established and growing business
Long-term career opportunity
Varied project portfolio
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If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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