Quantity Surveyor

Posted 08 January 2026
Salary £35k - 45k per year
LocationBolton
Job type Permanent
Specialism Construction & Property
Reference72877
Expiry 06 February 2026

Job description

Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor

Social Housing

Location: Bolton Office (with sites across the North of England)

Salary: Quantity Surveyor: £35,000 - £45,000

Benefits:

  • Car Allowance
  • 26 Days Holidays
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free Parking
  • Private Health Care
  • Professional Development & Training Opportunities
  • Flexible Working
  • Online Retailer Discounts

     

About the Role:

Our client is looking for a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team. Based in their Bolton office, the successful candidate will work across a range of maintenance and refurbishment projects across the North West. These projects will include kitchen and bathroom refurbishments, roofing, and ceiling works.

This is an office and site-based role. You'll work closely with the Commercial Manager and Lead QS, providing guidance and support to junior staff members while overseeing the commercial management of various contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management:
    • Manage multiple contracts across different sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to scope.
    • Navigate through contracts with varying mechanisms and terms, ensuring compliance and effective management.

       

  • Tendering & Contract Review:
    • Produce detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) from tendered documents and Schedules of Rates (SoRs).
    • Assist with the commercial evaluation of tender submissions, advising on commercial risks and opportunities at the tender/bid stage.

       

  • Procurement & Subcontract Management:
    • Oversee subcontract procurement, ensuring the effective selection and management of subcontractors.
    • Manage subcontract accounts and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.

       

  • Cost Reporting & Financial Management:
    • Produce Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and provide regular updates on project progress.
    • Assist in the preparation of monthly CVRs and quarterly reviews, ensuring adherence to company standards.

       

  • Client & Stakeholder Liaison:
    • Attend client meetings, offering commercial and contractual insight and advice.
    • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders on all financial and contractual matters.

       

  • Risk & Opportunity Management:
    • Assist the Commercial Manager and Lead QS in identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities across projects.
    • Contribute to the mitigation of risks and the identification of opportunities for project improvement.

       

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

  • Experience: At least 3+ years in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry, with a focus on maintenance and refurbishment projects (e.g., kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, ceilings).
  • Contract Knowledge: Strong understanding of various construction contracts and mechanisms (e.g., JCT, NEC).
  • Project Experience: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, particularly in maintenance/refurbishment.
  • Financial Management: Demonstrated experience producing BoQs, CVRs, and managing the financial aspects of projects.
  • Subcontract Management: Solid experience in managing subcontract procurement, accounts, and payments.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve complex commercial issues and provide actionable solutions.