Quantity Surveyor
Location: Leeds
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sector: Main Contractor / Construction / Fit Out
Reporting to: Commercial Manager
About the Company
Our client is a well-established SME main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fast-track construction projects. With a large proportion of repeat business and long-standing client relationships, they operate across a mix of sectors, including retail (notably supermarkets), and public sector frameworks, with circa 15% of work involving MOD and MOJ projects.
With a young and driven team, they foster a collaborative and energetic working environment, encouraging ownership, development, and innovation.
The Role
Due to continued growth and upcoming project opportunities, our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS looking to take ownership of varied projects and contribute to a close-knit and ambitious team.
You will work closely with the Commercial Manager and liaise with the Bid Director (who leads the estimating function) to support the successful delivery of tenders and projects.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage all commercial aspects of assigned refurbishment and fast-track projects
2. Support cost planning, budgeting, and tendering processes
3. Liaise with the Bid Director on tenders and ensure accurate cost evaluations
4. Prepare and review contracts, subcontracts, and procurement documentation
5. Carry out valuations, variations, and final accounts
6. Monitor project performance against budgets and provide regular reporting
7. Ensure compliance with commercial and contractual obligations
8. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
9. Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering
Key Projects
10. Fast-track refurbishments across retail and commercial sectors
11. Framework and repeat business with MOD and MOJ clients
12. Supermarket refurbishments and fit-outs
13. Selectively tendered projects with a focus on quality over volume
Candidate Profile
14. 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within a main contractor environment
15. Experience in refurbishment and/or fast-track projects preferred
16. Understanding of public sector procurement (MOD/MOJ) beneficial
17. Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
18. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workload
19. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
20. Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Why Join?
21. Flexible salary based on experience (£40K-£55K)
22. Work in a supportive SME environment with real ownership and visibility
23. Opportunity to work on diverse and fast-paced projects
24. Collaborative team with a modern approach and youthful energy
25. High level of repeat business and client trust - quality over quantity