Your new company
I'm working with a leading local authority in Greater Manchester who are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support their Capital Projects and wider Property & Estates teams. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established public sector organisation delivering a varied and interesting programme of work.
Your new role
In this role, you will provide professional Quantity Surveying support across a diverse capital portfolio, which may include public buildings, education settings and corporate assets. You will play a key part in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, cost‑effectively and in line with statutory and procurement requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing full pre‑ and post‑contract cost management services
* Preparing cost estimates, cost plans and budget forecasts
* Managing tender documentation, procurement processes and contractor evaluations
* Assessing valuations, variations and contractual claims
* Ensuring robust financial reporting across live projects
* Supporting programme managers and stakeholders with commercial advice
* Working closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure best value
What you'll need to succeed
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within the public sector or local authority environment
* Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contract administration
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across a varied portfolio
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* MRICS is desirable but not essential
What you'll get in return
* A minimum 6‑month interim contract with a realistic potential to extend
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements and possibility of working condensed hours across 4 days
* The opportunity to contribute to meaningful public-sector projects across Manchester
* Support from Hays throughout the assignment
What you need to do now
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