Quantity Surveyor

Posted 27 January 2026
Salary £45k - 60k per year
LocationAltrincham
Job type Permanent
Specialism Construction & Property
Reference73128
Expiry 25 February 2026

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor - Hotel Fit-Out Focus

Salary: Up to £60,000 (Dependent on Experience) Will Consider Freelance

Freelance Opportunities Available

Client Overview:

Our client is a reputable and rapidly growing company, specializing in high-quality hotel fit-out projects. With a strong presence in the commercial and hospitality sectors, they have secured a robust pipeline of exciting work across the North West and parts of Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that offers both career development and stability, working on prestigious hotel fit-out projects with long-term prospects.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their team, focusing primarily on hotel fit-out projects. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, with potential for career progression and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects. Freelance options are also available for candidates who prefer that arrangement. The role is based in Altrincham, with travel to hotel fit-out sites across the North West and occasional visits to Yorkshire regions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Independently manage your own diary, conducting site visits for project reviews and updates.

     

  • Oversee estimating duties, including tender negotiations and cost breakdowns for hotel fit-out projects.

     

  • Prepare client valuations, cash flow forecasts, and monitor project preliminaries with high accuracy.

     

  • Ensure the timely recovery and valuation of variations and instructions for ongoing projects.

     

  • Administer subcontractor contracts and accounts, ensuring all payments and notices are managed effectively.

     

  • Assist with the preparation of monthly cost/value reconciliations and project forecasts.

     

  • Proactively identify and communicate any potential commercial risks or threats to senior surveyors.

     

  • Attend site meetings and provide clear, timely cost advice and surveying information to clients and project stakeholders.

     

Key Requirements:

  • A Surveying Degree or equivalent qualification/experience.

     

  • Experience with JCT contracts, specifically in the fit-out sector.

     

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and team members.

     

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

     

  • Freelance candidates must demonstrate strong time management skills and a track record of successful project delivery.

     

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of up to £60,000, based on experience.

     

  • Open to freelance options with flexible terms.

     

  • Secure pipeline of high-profile hotel fit-out projects, offering long-term stability.