Quantity Surveyor – General Building Contractor

Quantity Surveyor

A growing general building contractor based in Bury is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team.

With an annual turnover of approximately £4 million and individual project values up to £600k, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering a varied portfolio of construction projects across the region.

The Role

You will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with the directors and operational teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing cost plans, valuations, and final accounts
• Managing subcontractor procurement and payments
• Cost reporting and budget control
• Variations and contract administration
• Supporting project delivery teams commercially
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Ensuring projects remain commercially viable and profitable

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or general building environment
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with projects up to £600k preferred
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience considered

Package

• Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
• Open to the right person
• Long-term opportunity with a growing contractor
• Supportive and flexible working environment

If you would like, I can also turn this into:

• a shorter LinkedIn/Facebook recruitment post
• a polished Indeed advert
• a recruiter-style spec
• a more informal “open vacancy” post
• or a version aimed at junior/intermediate QS candidates.