Qualification required: MRICS (Chartered Quantity Surveyor) or equivalent Contract knowledge: NEC and/or JCT Location: South Coast, UK (Hybrid) We're looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery across a varied portfolio - no single-sector repetition, real variety of live projects. Sectors including Education, Healthcare, Defence and much more available within the Buildings team. Key responsibilities: Leading commercial delivery on projects - owning cost, quality and programme Preparing cost plans, budgets, forecasts and contract administration Acting as commercial advisor and Employer's Agent, building strong client relationships Mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors and supporting team development Contributing to bids, proposals and business development Essential requirements: MRICS (Chartered Quantity Surveyor) or equivalent qualification Proven Quantity Surveying / Cost Management experience in property and...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with a strong track record of delivering complex projects across the transport, highways, rail, utilities, aviation, commercial and residential sectors. The business has been operating successfully for over 25 years and is recognised for its collaborative approach, technical excellence and commitment to safety and innovation. Due to continued growth across the Midlands region and a strong pipeline of major infrastructure and regeneration projects, they are looking to appoint an accomplished Pre-Construction Manager to play a key role in securing and shaping future work. About the Role Reporting to the Regional Operational Director, you will lead the technical, design and buildability elements of bids and pre-construction activities, ensuring client requirements are fully understood and translated into commercially successful and...

Wright Engineering are recruiting for a Contruction & Installation Estimator to join their team in Worksop. They will bring practical construction knowledge, buildability and lifting expertise into the bid process. About Wright Engineering Wright Engineering designs, manufactures and installs complex bulk materials handling and industrial engineering systems. Our projects increasingly bring together mechanical handling, structural steelwork, civils, electrical and control systems, specialist subcontractors and demanding live-site installation requirements. As the scale and complexity of our opportunities grows, the quality of our bid development, engineering solution, construction planning and commercial risk control becomes ever more important. We are strengthening the team so that our major opportunities receive the focus they require while maintaining a responsive service on smaller installation enquiries. Location: Woksop, with regular travel to client sites....

Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Middlesbrough, Leeds or Newcastle Working: Hybrid Salary: Up to 650 Inside IR35 The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role in the commercial management of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You'll be involved from pre-construction and tender through to delivery and final account, with responsibility for cost planning, procurement, subcontract management, forecasting and contract administration. This is a great opportunity for a commercially strong Senior QS or Managing QS who wants to take ownership of major projects while leading and developing a wider commercial team. Strong NEC4 experience, particularly Option E, is essential. What You'll Be Doing Lead commercial input across pre-construction, tenders and bids. Develop cost plans, estimates, budgets and commercial strategies. Manage subcontract procurement, negotiation and administration....

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of complex demolition, enabling works, remediation, structural alteration and civil engineering projects. This role is suited to a commercially astute professional with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, leading commercial teams and driving project profitability from tender through to final account. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of multiple projects or major standalone schemes. Take full responsibility for project cost control and financial performance. Oversee procurement strategies and subcontractor management. Prepare and review applications for payment and client valuations. Manage change control, variations and compensation events. Produce and review monthly CVRs, forecasts and cash flow reports. Negotiate and agree final accounts with clients and subcontractors. Provide commercial leadership and mentoring to junior...

Our client is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing M&E contractor delivering bespoke high-rise residential and commercial schemes. Due to an increase in workload, they are looking for a Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Manchester. In return, my client is offering: Competitive salary Car allowance Bonus scheme Generous holiday allowance Healthcare Pension matched at 6% Regular social events Ideal candidate: Experience working on high-rise residential and/or commercial developments Strong M&E quantity surveying background Experience managing projects from pre-construction through to final account Strong commercial, negotiation and communication skills Able to work independently while building effective relationships with site and operational teams Duties will include: Commercially delivering M&E projects from inception through to completion. Producing monthly interim valuations, cost reports and contract forecasts....

A Major Tier 1 contractor are looking to expand their team with a Quantity Surveyor in the Infrastructure division, supporting the successful delivery of their new £300m highways project in South West Engalnd. Scope of works include enabling earthworks, widening to the existing road, new link road and various structures. If you're looking for your next step in your career and want to be apart of a presitgisous project , this is the perfect opportunity for you . What will you be doing: Participate in creating a safe working environment. Produce Subcontract documentation including negotiation of terms and conditions, prices, and programme. Management of subcontract works packages including, interim assessments of the amount due and subsequent change management. Produce and issue all commercial notices, to both the Client and Subcontractors, as required by the form of contract. Manage change in a timely manner in accordance with the form of contract, including the...

A Major Tier 1 contractor are looking to expand their team with a Quantity Surveyor in the Infrastructure division, supporting the successful delivery of their new 300m highways project in South West Engalnd. Scope of works include enabling earthworks, widening to the existing road, new link road and various structures. If you're looking for your next step in your career and want to be apart of a presitgisous project , this is the perfect opportunity for you . What will you be doing: Participate in creating a safe working environment. Produce Subcontract documentation including negotiation of terms and conditions, prices, and programme. Management of subcontract works packages including, interim assessments of the amount due and subsequent change management. Produce and issue all commercial notices, to both the Client and Subcontractors, as required by the form of contract. Manage change in a timely manner in accordance with the form of contract, including the...

An opportunity to make your mark in a growing business Are you a Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience, or an Estimator with strong commercial/QS experience, looking for a role with more variety, responsibility and progression? This is an opportunity to join an established, family-run building contractor with many years trading history, an excellent reputation across the East Midlands and an exciting pipeline of new work. The business is growing, winning more contracts and expanding into larger premises. As a result, they are looking for an experienced commercial professional who wants to get stuck in, take ownership and grow with the business. The Role This is a genuine 50/50 QS and Estimating role, although the balance will flex with workload. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and estimating through to procurement, commercial management and final accounts, working on projects typically ranging from 25k to 4m. Experience will extend...

Lead commercial delivery on flagship water programmes Purpose and scope of the role: Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery across major long-term water industry frameworks in the North West. You will manage cost control, procurement and contractual matters for multi-million pound capital projects from optioneering through to construction, working closely with project teams, clients and supply chain partners. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing estimates, negotiating contracts, certifying payments and managing claims and variations, while contributing to contracting strategy and commercial governance across programme interfaces. Your impact in this position: You will immediately strengthen commercial oversight and improve clarity of project cost positions. Over the medium term, you will lead sourcing and procurement for significant lots, drive cost-saving initiatives and resolve complex contractual...

Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor Location - Chester Salary/Package - 60,000 - 75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a leading UK developer and main contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. Specialising in purpose-built student accommodation, build-to-rent, hotels, retirement living, and residential regeneration projects, they manage schemes from initial land acquisition and planning through to construction and completion. With decades of experience delivering landmark developments across the UK, the business prides itself on innovation, sustainability, quality, and long-term investment. Continued growth and a strong pipeline of major projects have created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Chester. The Role As Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible...

Head of Pre-Construction Permanent - Hybrid - Bolton Competitive Salary plus Benefits Are you passionate about driving business growth and sustainability in the social housing sector? Do you have a proven track record in pre-construction and bid management covering planned maintenance/asset management? Ready to support a leading business in making a significant impact in the housing market? If this sounds like what you are looking for or you're interested in finding out more, then get in touch today! An established contractor is seeking a Head of Pre-Construction to join team in their Bolton office. This strategic role offers the chance to shape and deliver business development and pre-construction activities, positioning the company as the contractor of choice within the housing asset management sector. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Create business vision and strategy. Lead business development by cultivating customer, framework, and consultant...

Proactive are currently recruiting for a Senior Construction Manager to join a fast-paced and innovative creative production business specialising in large-scale events, experiential projects and bespoke fabrication. Responsibilities: Lead and manage scenic construction and fabrication projects through the workshop from initial production to completion Supervise and support workshop teams on a day-to-day basis, ensuring workloads, resources and deadlines are effectively managed Take ownership of assigned projects, coordinating production activity to ensure delivery against agreed timescales and budgets Accurately estimate and cost fabrication projects, taking into account materials, labour and production requirements Manage project budgets effectively, monitoring expenditure and ensuring accurate financial reconciliation Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the fabrication and construction process Develop practical solutions to complex construction and...

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a permanent opportunity with a respected regional main contractor delivering varied construction projects across the Yorkshire region? My client is looking to appoint an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. They are an established and well-respected main contractor, operating regionally and delivering projects for clients across the Commercial, Health, Education and Industrial sectors. As Estimator, you will lead the commercial and contractual aspects of bid submissions, ensuring each bid is commercially robust and handed over clearly to the delivery team. The role will cover single-stage competitive tenders, two-stage tender design and build projects, and fully negotiated design and build development schemes. This means you will need a strong track record across a broad range of construction projects, with the confidence to manage cost planning, risk, procurement strategy, value engineering and tender clarification from...