Position: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Leicester
Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + package (car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare)
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Main Contractor – Commercial Projects
A leading main contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, delivering multiple Commercial Projects around the region. The company is recognised for its structured project delivery, long-standing client relationships and technical excellence across large-scale construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Obtain and assess multiple quotations from the supply chain for all domestic work packages
- Ensure enquiry documentation is comprehensive and aligned with contractual requirements
- Carry out commercial assessment of subcontractor quotations with the site team
- Support contract preparation and execution, including insurance, bonds and warranties
- Ensure proper subcontract orders are placed in line with authorisation levels
- Prepare and submit interim valuations and variations in accordance with client contracts
- Assess and authorise subcontractor payments and invoices
- Manage debt collection in collaboration with the accounts team
- Support final account agreements and cost reporting procedures
- Ensure strong commercial governance, record-keeping, and risk management across projects
- Liaise with project teams to provide commercial insight and updates
- Work closely with estimating and pre-construction teams on cost planning and tender returns
Experience and Qualifications:
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
- Proven experience delivering commercial construction projects above £10m
- Strong understanding of construction methods, procurement, and contractual compliance
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and commercial management systems (COINS or similar preferred)
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and maintain strong attention to detail
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with a forward-thinking contractor delivering major commercial projects.