Subcontractor Quantity Surveyor - Passive Fire Protection
Liverpool - £40,000-£60,000 + package
Your new company
Our client is a specialist contractor delivering high-quality passive fire protection solutions across commercial, residential, and public sector projects in the North West. Known for their technical expertise and commitment to safety and compliance, they provide a supportive, professional working environment with opportunities for career progression.
Your new role
Our client is seeking a Subcontractor Quantity Surveyor with experience in passive fire protection or related trades. The successful candidate will manage all commercial aspects of subcontractor packages, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standard. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of projects, liaising closely with site teams, clients, and subcontractors.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing subcontractor procurement, tendering, and negotiations
Preparing, reviewing, and issuing subcontract agreements
Monitoring subcontractor budgets and expenditure against forecasts
Valuing subcontractor work, approving interim payments, and managing final accounts
Handling variations, claims, and commercial disputes related to subcontractors
Conducting regular site visits to ensure compliance and progress
Working closely with project teams to provide commercial advice and ensure project profitability
Ensuring all subcontractor work meets contractual, safety, and quality standards
What you will need to succeed:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor managing subcontractors, ideally within passive fire protection, fit-out, or construction finishing trades
Strong knowledge of JCT or similar subcontract agreements and commercial procedures
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and numerical skills
Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
Proficiency in MS Office and commercial software
What you get in return:
Competitive salary of £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience, plus package/benefits
Opportunity to work on technical, high-profile passive fire protection projects
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Clear career progression opportunities
Benefits package including pension, paid holidays, and training opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercial professional with subcontractor-focused QS experience to join a growing and technically specialised team in Liverpool.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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