Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Derby (East Midlands)

Sector: Construction – Façades & New Build (Residential & Commercial)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team, supporting the delivery of façade packages and new build construction projects across residential and commercial sectors. You will play a key role in managing project costs, subcontractors, and commercial performance from pre-construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of façade and new build projects from tender through to completion
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and valuations
• Procure and manage subcontractor packages, including cladding, glazing, and external envelope systems
• Assess and manage variations, change control, and contractual notices
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and final accounts
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, and profitability
• Work closely with project managers, design teams, and clients
• Ensure compliance with contract terms (e.g. JCT / NEC)
• Identify risks and opportunities and support value engineering

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within construction
• Experience working on façade, cladding, or new build projects
• Strong knowledge of commercial management and cost control
• Good understanding of construction contracts (JCT / NEC)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Desirable

• Experience working for a façade contractor or specialist subcontractor
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Membership or working towards RICS (MRICS)
• Experience on residential and commercial developments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on large-scale façade and new build projects
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment