Quantity Surveyor in Manchester

Quantity Surveyor – All Levels Considered | Construction & Development | Permanent

Salary ranges:

• Quantity Surveyor: £45,000 – £55,000
• Senior Quantity Surveyor: £55,000 – £70,000
• Managing / Commercial Manager level: £70,000 – £85,000+

(Plus car allowance and benefits, depending on level and experience)

We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly versatile construction business to recruit Quantity Surveyors at all levels as part of their continued growth.

Our client is a privately owned contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across a range of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, refurbishment, and mixed-use developments. Known for their strong commercial governance, collaborative project teams, and long-standing client relationships, they take a pragmatic and transparent approach to cost management and project delivery.

With a strong pipeline of secured and negotiated work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business that offers exposure to varied projects and clear long‑term career progression.

Role

Depending on experience, you will be involved in the commercial management of projects from pre‑construction through to final account.

• Managing project costs, budgets, and cash flow
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Procuring and managing subcontractor packages
• Supporting tendering and pre‑construction commercial activities
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• Producing accurate cost reports and forecasts
• Working closely with site, design, and client teams

About You

• Experience in a Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS, or Commercial Manager role
• Background working within construction or development environments
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Relevant construction or commercial qualifications preferred

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and level
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of project types
• Long‑term career progression within a growing business
• Supportive, professional, and collaborative working environment
• Stability and continuity of work with a healthy order book

This opportunity would suit a Quantity Surveyor at any stage of their career looking to join a business that values commercial excellence, teamwork, and long‑term development.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please contact us to discuss further