Sheffield | £50,000 - £70,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Benefits
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Quantity Surveyor to join an established Chartered Quantity Surveying and Project Management Consultancy as they continue to expand their Principal Contractor delivery capability.
Initially, you will take a key commercial role on a flagship £20 million residential development in Sheffield comprising two new-build concrete frame apartment blocks containing 30 and 88 apartments respectively.
You will work closely with the Project Manager and report into one of the Managing Quantity Surveyors, taking responsibility for the commercial delivery of the project from construction stage through to final account.
With a strong pipeline of projects progressing through planning, pre-construction and tender stages across Yorkshire, this role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to develop within a growing commercial and project delivery team.
The Role
Working as part of the project delivery team, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of live construction works, ensuring robust cost control, accurate reporting and strong financial performance across the project lifecycle.
You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors and the wider consultancy to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, commercially and in line with agreed budgets and contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement of subcontract packages and preparation of enquiries
Analysis of subcontractor quotations and tender returns
Letting and appointment of subcontractor packages
Managing valuations, applications for payment and client submissions
Preparing and managing variations and change control
Producing CVRs and monthly cost/value reconciliation reports
Preparing cost reports and financial forecasts
Monitoring project profitability and commercial performance
Managing subcontractor accounts through to final settlement
Cash flow forecasting and financial reporting
Contract administration and commercial support to the project team
Supporting the successful delivery of projects from site commencement through to final account
About You
To be considered for this role, you will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a proven background in a Main Contractor or Principal Contractor environment.
You will have strong experience delivering commercial management of live construction projects, with the ability to take ownership of cost control, reporting and subcontractor management.
Experience within residential new-build construction, particularly concrete frame developments, is highly desirable. Candidates with experience in similar sectors such as student accommodation, build-to-rent or hotel developments will also be considered.
You will be confident working within a delivery team environment, collaborating closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a Main Contractor or Principal Contractor environment
Strong commercial management experience on live construction projects
Experience with procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts
Strong understanding of CVRs, cost reporting and forecasting
Experience within residential or similar multi-storey concrete frame projects desirable
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple subcontract packages simultaneously
Proactive and commercially driven approach
Degree in Quantity Surveying or related construction discipline, OR HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying with 10+ years’ relevant industry experience
What's On Offer
£50,000 - £70,000 DOE
Car Allowance
25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Long-term opportunity within a growing delivery team
Strong pipeline of future projects across Yorkshire
Opportunity to work closely with experienced Project Management and Commercial teams
Stable consultancy environment with progression opportunities into senior commercial roles
Salary description
£50000.00 - £70000.00 per year