Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Denton, Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + Car Allowance Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of integrated facilities management and infrastructure solutions is hiring for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Facilities Management team supporting one of the UK's largest retail and distribution portfolios.

Based from our Denton office with hybrid working available, this role is predominantly office based (approximately 90% of the time) and supports a high-profile contract covering 327 retail stores, UK corporate offices, and 23 distribution centres, including one of the country's largest logistics facilities operating 24/7, 365 days per year.

The contract delivers planned and reactive maintenance services across building fabric and M&E assets, alongside refurbishment, fit-out and upgrade works. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their commercial expertise within a large-scale FM environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Support the Commercial Manager in the day-to-day commercial management of the contract.
• Assist with preparing budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Monitor and manage Work in Progress (WIP) to ensure accurate reporting and revenue recovery.
• Support the preparation and review of monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.
• Analyse contract performance and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure prompt job closure and accurate client invoicing.
• Assist with the management of contract profitability and financial performance.

Quantity Surveying Duties

• Manage commercial aspects of planned and reactive maintenance projects across a portfolio of approximately 300 retail stores and warehouse facilities.
• Support the delivery of repair works, fit-outs, refurbishment projects and HVAC upgrade programmes.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and applications for payment.
• Resolve subcontractor queries and commercial disputes professionally and efficiently.

Supply Chain & Subcontractor Management

• Draft, issue and administer subcontract agreements.
• Lead regular commercial reviews with subcontractors to monitor performance and compliance.
• Assess and approve subcontractor payment applications, ensuring accuracy and value for money.
• Ensure subcontractor payments are processed in line with contractual agreements and company procedures.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure all commercial activities are undertaken in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and contractual documentation.
• Support auditing and compliance activities across the contract.
• Ensure adherence to contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor within Facilities Management, Building Services, Construction or Maintenance environments.
• Strong understanding of commercial management principles and subcontract administration.
• Experience managing subcontractor payments, valuations and final accounts.
• Knowledge of cost reporting, WIP management and CVR processes.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other commercial reporting tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Membership of RICS or working towards professional accreditation.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of maintenance, refurbishment, fit-out and asset upgrade projects across both retail and industrial environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys building strong supply chain relationships, supporting operational teams and contributing to the successful financial delivery of a large-scale national contract.