Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Permanent position located in East Midlands. Requires start ASAP and a 37.5 hour work week (Monday to Friday). One day of working from home.

Overview

This commercial role combines Quantity Surveying and Estimating within a construction environment. It involves tendering new work and managing commercial performance of live projects, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating (Pre-Contract)

• Manage tender enquiries and support bid/no-bid decisions
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to define scope
• Request and clarify missing information from clients
• Carry out detailed quantity take-offs and cost build‑ups (labour, materials, plant, prelims)
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing
• Prepare full tender submissions including pricing, clarifications and exclusions
• Support value engineering opportunities where appropriate
• Submit bids and assist with post‑tender negotiations
• Attend client meetings and site visits where required
• Support handover to delivery teams after award

Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management

• Review and manage contract terms in line with agreed tender position and risk profile
• Set up and maintain project cost tracking and reporting systems
• Monitor budgets, cash flow and commercial performance across live projects
• Manage variations, change control and compensation events
• Conduct regular site visits and maintain client relationships
• Support dispute avoidance and contractual resolution
• Manage applications for payment and ensure timely certification
• Track retention, outstanding payments and final account agreements
• Provide cost-to-complete updates and financial reporting
• Work closely with subcontractors and supply chain partners

Skills & Attributes

• Strong quantity surveying background (essential)
• Good understanding of construction contracts (JCT and/or NEC)
• Commercially aware with strong numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
• Organised, detail‑focused and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Comfortable working with clients, subcontractors and senior stakeholders
• Team player with a proactive approach

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry (essential)
• Estimating experience beneficial but not essential
• HNC/HND or Degree in construction or quantity surveying (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience managing both pre‑ and post‑contract commercial duties

Equal Opportunities

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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