Quantity Surveyor
Location: Accrington (Projects Across the North West)
Salary: Competitive - Dependent on Experience
About the Role
An established dry-lining sub-contractor based in Accrington is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor (minimum 6 years' experience) to join their commercial team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this is a hands-on role requiring a mix of site-based and office-based responsibilities, managing projects from initial scope through to final account.
With project values typically ranging between £400K - £3M (and up to £11M, with a sweet spot of £1.5M - £2M), you'll be exposed to high-value, complex works across the education, healthcare, hotel, and apartment sectors.
This position offers clear progression opportunities within a respected subcontractor working with tier 1 main contractors.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct site visits to scope works, assess variations, and liaise with project teams.
Procure subcontract packages and manage commercial performance through the project lifecycle.
Prepare and submit RFIs, applications for payment, valuations, and final accounts.
Undertake accurate take-offs, measuring, and cost reporting.
Work closely with site and operational teams to ensure commercial risks are identified and managed.
Build strong client and supply chain relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
Contribute to financial planning, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
Person Specification
Minimum 6 years' Quantity Surveying experience, ideally within subcontracting or main contracting.
Strong background in education, healthcare, hotel, or apartment projects (no housing experience required).
Proven ability to manage projects from procurement through to final account.
Hands-on approach, confident in both site-based and office-based duties.
Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying and securing value.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary package (based on experience).
Opportunity to work on high-value projects with leading tier 1 contractors.
Clear progression route within a growing, established subcontractor.
Exposure to varied sectors with projects across the North West