Quantity Surveyor
Residential & Commercial Refurbishment Contractor
Greater Leeds | Hybrid (3-4 days office-based)
£35,000 - £50,000 + Quarterly Bonus
Projects: £300k - £50m
About the Company
A well-established principal contractor specialising in residential and commercial refurbishment, particularly the conversion of listed buildings into luxury apartments and commercial space. The business has a strong pipeline, a small, family-feel team (circa 30 staff), and a stable, supportive commercial department.
The Role
We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial and financial delivery of projects from start to finish. Typically, each QS runs one project at a time, moving on upon completion.
The role is ideal for an Intermediate QS (3-4+ years' experience) from a construction background, though more senior candidates will also be considered with salary adjusted accordingly.
Key Responsibilities
* Cost planning, budgeting, and CVRs
* Forecasting, cash flow, and cost reporting
* Subcontractor procurement and tender management
* Valuations, variations, and final accounts
* Contract administration (JCT / NEC)
* Commercial reporting and risk management
* Working closely with project and site teams
Experience & Skills Required
* QS degree or equivalent time-served experience
* Construction industry background
* Strong commercial and numerical skills
* Experience with subcontractor procurement and cost control
* Good communicator with confident stakeholder management
Desirable:
* RICS / CIOB (or working towards)
* Refurbishment, residential, or commercial project experience
Package
* £35k-£50k salary (flexible for experience)
* Quarterly bonus linked to KPIs and business performance
* 20 days holiday + bank holidays
* Extra Christmas shutdown leave + birthday off
* Company pension
* Training and career development support
Interviews are looking to take place as soon as possible.
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