Project Quantity Surveyor

Project Quantity Surveyor - Major Projects

48,000 to 55,000 + Package

Manchester

Your new company
Our client is a Tier 1 main contractor, recognised for delivering complex and high-profile construction projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, they specialise in large-scale schemes within education, healthcare, industrial, and custodial sectors. Operating on prestigious frameworks and projects valued upwards of 10 million, they offer an excellent platform for career development, stability, and long-term progression.

Your new role
Our client is seeking an ambitious Project Quantity Surveyor to join their Manchester team. This role provides the opportunity to be involved in major schemes across a variety of sectors, supporting senior colleagues while taking commercial ownership of key project elements. You will be responsible for cost management, subcontractor administration, and ensuring projects are delivered to budget and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial management of projects from pre-construction to final account.
• Preparing accurate cost forecasts, budgets, and financial reports.
• Procuring and managing subcontractor packages.
• Assisting with the administration of contracts, variations, and claims.
• Monitoring project costs, risks, and opportunities to ensure strong financial performance.
• Collaborating with project teams to deliver schemes to time, cost, and quality targets.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

What you will need to succeed:

• Previous experience as a Project QS with a main contractor, ideally Tier 1.
• Exposure to projects within education, healthcare, industrial, or custodial sectors.
• Experience working on schemes valued at 10m+.
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) and working towards chartership (RICS) is advantageous.

What you get in return:

• Competitive salary of 48,000 - 55,000 plus full benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious, large-scale projects across multiple sectors.
• Clear career progression within a Tier 1 contractor committed to employee development.
• Collaborative and supportive working culture.
• Long-term job security with a strong pipeline of secured projects.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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