Senior Quantity Surveyor (Contract) in Manchester

At Story Decorating Group, we do more than paint and decorate – we bring buildings to life. With over 50 years of experience, we are one of the UK's leading painting and decorating contractors, delivering exceptional finishes across some of the nation's most prestigious construction projects. From luxury hotels and landmark heritage restorations to modern healthcare facilities, residential developments, and major sporting venues, our expertise can be found in projects that shape communities across the UK. Our success is built on quality, craftsmanship, and strong relationships. At Story Decorating Group, our people are at the heart of everything we do. When you join Story Decorating Group, you become part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality, supporting one another, and achieving success together. Story Decorating Group is looking for an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team in Manchester. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will lead the commercial management of painting and decorating projects, ensuring robust financial control, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery from award through to final account. You will work closely with operational teams, clients, subcontractors, and senior management, helping to maximise profitability, strengthen customer relationships, and drive business growth. Attend estimating handover meetings for newly secured projects and ensure all commercial information is effectively communicated. Review, interpret, and manage contract documentation and commercial obligations. Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and commercial targets. Monitor project costs and performance to ensure contracts are delivered profitably. Prepare, submit, and negotiate interim valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts. Price, manage, and negotiate contract variations and additional works. Identify commercial risks and opportunities and implement appropriate mitigation strategies. Procure and manage subcontractor packages where required. Attend regular commercial review and project meetings. Work closely with the finance team to ensure timely certification and payment of accounts. Keep the Commercial Director informed of project performance, risks, opportunities, and cash flow. Support the continued growth and development of Story Decorating Group. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related construction discipline. Significant experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction sector. Strong understanding of commercial management, cost control, and contract administration. Experience preparing and negotiating valuations, variations, and final accounts. Excellent knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Proficiency in commercial and financial management systems. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Full UK driving licence. Experience within painting and decorating, fit-out, finishing trades, or specialist subcontracting. Knowledge of JCT and other standard forms of contract. Pay range and compensation package Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Company car or car allowance. Pension scheme. Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most prestigious construction projects. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. Long-term career prospects within a successful and growing business. Work on some of the UK's most prestigious construction projects. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Contribute to projects that leave a lasting impact across the UK. If you are a degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor looking for an opportunity to take ownership of high-profile projects and further develop your career within a market-leading specialist contractor, we would love to hear from you. Join Story Decorating Group and help us continue delivering exceptional projects across the UK.