A growing general building contractor based in Bury is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team.
With an annual turnover of approximately £4 million and individual project values up to £600k, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering a varied portfolio of construction projects across the region.
The Role
You will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with the directors and operational teams.
Key responsibilities include:
* Preparing cost plans, valuations, and final accounts
* Managing subcontractor procurement and payments
* Cost reporting and budget control
* Variations and contract administration
* Supporting project delivery teams commercially
* Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
* Ensuring projects remain commercially viable and profitable
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or general building environment
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Experience with projects up to £600k preferred
* Self-motivated with a hands-on approach
* Degree qualified or equivalent experience considered
Package
* Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
* Open to the right person
* Long-term opportunity with a growing contractor
* Supportive and flexible working environment
If you would like, I can also turn this into:
* a shorter LinkedIn/Facebook recruitment post
* a polished Indeed advert
* a recruiter-style spec
* a more informal “open vacancy” post
* or a version aimed at junior/intermediate QS candidates
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year