Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor – Permanent\\nLocation: Manchester\\nBackground in groundworks, civil engineering, or a closely related field\\nOur client is currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their team on a permanent basis.\\nYou will be responsible for overseeing the commercial management of multiple live contracts, with individual project values ranging from £50,000 to £8 million. In this role, you will take full ownership of the commercial and financial aspects of each project while consistently delivering to the required quality and performance standards.\\nCore responsibilities will include:\\n * \\n Controlling and monitoring costs across individual sites\\n * \\n Measuring and valuing work completed on site\\n * \\n Preparing and submitting interim payment applications\\n * \\n Compiling and agreeing final accounts\\n * \\n Continuously reviewing and managing contractual terms, conditions, and agreements throughout the project lifecycle\\nExperience:\\n * \\n The successful candidate will come from a background in groundworks, civil engineering, or a closely related field, with proven experience in a similar position.\\n * \\n They should have practical knowledge across earthworks, groundworks, drainage systems, concrete structures, road construction, external works, and general building activities.\\n * \\n Applicants are expected to hold a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, preferably Quantity Surveying, and bring at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in a comparable role.\\n * \\n Strong IT skills are essential, along with sound commercial and financial judgement, excellent organisational abilities, and strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at every level.\\n * \\n Familiarity with Evaluate estimating software is highly desirable.\\n * \\n Previous exposure to Eque2 software would be a distinct advantage.\\nMain Responsibilities:\\n * \\n Management of sub-contractor procurement processes\\n * \\n Preparation and issuance of sub-contract orders\\n * \\n Preparation and issuance of sub-contract payment certificates\\n * \\n Regular site visits and close liaison with the workforce (tracking progress, gathering site records, reviewing scope for additional works, and conducting valuation discussions)\\n * \\n Site visits to engage with other project parties (principal contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders)\\n * \\n Taking off quantities from drawings using On-Screen Take Off software (for tendering, interim valuations, final accounts, etc.)\\n * \\n Preparation of QS cost reports and cost analysis documentation\\n * \\n Production of monthly valuations (measuring and valuing contract works, assessing daywork records, and compiling supporting documentation for claims)\\n * \\n Ongoing monitoring and control of project costs\\n * \\n Regular assessment and performance review of suppliers and subcontractors