Quantity Surveyor – Painting
Location: Derby (with hybrid/flexible working)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + full package
The Opportunity
A well‑established specialist subcontractor within the property and construction sector is seeking an experienced Painting Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across commercial, industrial, retail and maintenance sectors, this is a chance to join a reputable business known for quality, stability and long‑term progression.
The organisation forms part of a larger construction group, offering excellent support, resources and development opportunities, all while retaining a friendly, collaborative team environment.
Role Overview
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will manage your own portfolio of projects from start to finish, working both in the office and out on site.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting site measures for valuation and cost-control purposes
Producing accurate monthly valuations and accounts
Monitoring project costs, values and progress
Liaising closely with clients, Contracts Managers and site teams
Preparing Method Statements and Risk Assessments
Assisting with programme monitoring and project reporting
Ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and to required standardsYour work will be crucial to the successful commercial delivery of each project.
About You
You will thrive in this role if you are:
Analytical, organised and meticulous with detail
A confident communicator with clients and colleagues
Experienced in running your own projects
From a painting, plastering or drylining subcontracting background (all considered)
Proactive and able to manage your workload independentlyExperience within finishing trades is particularly valued.
What’s on Offer
£40,000 – £50,000 salary depending on experience
Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
Company car & private mileage scheme
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + Christmas Eve
Group pension scheme
Private health insurance (after qualifying period)
Eye care voucher scheme
Ongoing training and development
Additional benefits associated with a major UK construction group