Quantity Surveyor in Manchester

Stride Recruitment are urgently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to manage financial forecasts, cost/value reports, managing subcontractor payments, and maximizing cash flow for a main contractor specialising in residential and commercial construction across the UK, based in Manchester.\\n\\nWhat's on offer:\\n\\n * £55,000 – £65,000 (experienced)\\n\\n * Hybrid working with flexible working approach\\n\\n * Career advancement: The company provides opportunities for advancement, with some roles seen as a "rare opportunity due to low staff turnover," suggesting career progression paths.\\n\\n * Impactful projects: You can contribute to meaningful projects in the civil engineering and water sectors, which are often large-scale and impactful.\\n\\n * Diverse projects: Depending on the specific role, you may work on a variety of projects, such as a recent £14 million lab for a university.\\n\\nKey responsibilities:\\n\\n * Manage project budgets, costs, and cash flow.\\n\\n * Prepare monthly cost-value reports and financial forecasts.\\n\\n * Oversee the procurement and management of subcontractors.\\n\\n * Negotiate contracts, handle variations, and resolve disputes.\\n\\n * Work closely with project managers, site teams, and clients.\\n\\n * Build and maintain strong client relationships.\\n\\n * Mentor junior quantity surveying staff.\\n\\n * Ensure projects comply with health and safety regulations.\\n\\nAcademic qualifications:\\n\\nUniversity degree\\n\\nThe most common route is to complete a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field, preferably accredited by a professional body like the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).\\n\\nDegree apprenticeship\\n\\nA Level 4 Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship for those who wanted to earn a salary while they train. This route can eventually lead to a degree apprenticeship and becoming a chartered surveyor.\\n\\nThank you for taking the time to review this position and if you are interested please submit your most up to date CV to be contacted by Sam Day @ Stride