Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Reporting to: Commercial Director
Working Pattern: Office-based with regular site visits (no home working)
Overview
Our client, a well-established and growing joinery subcontractor based in Stockport, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
This is a key role focused on the commercial management of live projects, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, and effective cash flow management. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams across estimating, design, production, and maintenance to support successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Commercial Management
Manage the commercial performance of live projects through to final account
Improve commercial reporting and maintain strong cash flow across projects
Administer contracts in line with contractual obligations and best practice
Prepare valuations, cost forecasts, and final accounts accurately and on time
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with the Estimating and Design teams to ensure smooth project handovers
Liaise with Production and Maintenance teams to support efficient project delivery
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Procurement & Work Winning
Assist with procurement to ensure cost-effective sourcing of materials and services
Support tendering and work-winning activities, contributing to competitive bids
Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within joinery, fire safety, or construction subcontracting
Strong knowledge of commercial reporting, cost control, and cash xkybehq flow management
Solid understanding of contract administration
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially astute
Competent with relevant commercial and construction software systems
What Our Client Offers
Competitive salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience
Stable, office-based role with regular site exposure
Opportunity to work on varied joinery and fire-door installation projects
Supportive team environment within a growing business
Long-term career development and progression opportunities