Quantity Surveyor

Posted 03 September 2025
Salary £50k - 65k per year
LocationNorthwich
Job type Contract
Specialism Construction & Property
Reference70601
Expiry 01 October 2025

Job description

Quantity Surveyor 

Location: Northwich (Site-Based)

Contract Length: 4-6 Months (Potential Extension)

About the Role

A leading Main Contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a high-profile CAT A & B office fit-out on an industrial/nuclear site in Northwich. With significant live changes and multiple contractors working around the clock, this project requires a commercially sharp QS who can manage variations, value engineering, and contractual compliance effectively.

This is a site-based role, best suited to a senior-level QS with strong contractual awareness and the ability to be proactive in a fast-paced, change-heavy environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with contract T&Cs (hybrid contract with JCT themes and US client specifics).

     

  • Identify, record, and manage variations promptly and accurately.

     

  • Undertake value engineering to maximise efficiency and cost savings.

     

  • Provide robust commercial and contractual advice to the project team.

     

  • Prepare and manage interim applications for payment and change control documentation.

     

  • Work collaboratively with site teams and external contractors to ensure commercial objectives are met.

     

  • Produce accurate and timely commercial reports.

     

Person Specification

  • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within fit-out, industrial, or complex commercial projects.

     

  • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and ability to adapt to hybrid contractual frameworks.

     

  • Excellent eye for detail with the ability to highlight risks and opportunities.

     

  • Proactive, highly organised, and confident operating in a high-variation environment.

     

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and multiple contractors.

     

  • Available for an immediate or short-notice start.

     

What's on Offer

  • Contract length: 4-6 months with the likelihood of extension.

     

  • Opportunity to work on a technically challenging and fast-moving project.