Senior Quantity Surveyor

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable and growing housebuilder with a strong presence across Greater Manchester. Specialising in affordable and mixed-tenure residential developments, the business is known for delivering high-quality homes through a range of modern and traditional construction methods. With a supportive team culture, diverse project pipeline, and a commitment to community-focused development, this is an exciting place to grow your career.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the full commercial lifecycle of a multi-phase residential scheme in Manchester. The project includes a complex mix of construction methods and a number of different end clients, requiring a commercially astute individual with strong cost control, contract administration and stakeholder management skills. You'll be instrumental in driving financial performance and ensuring that each phase is delivered to strict commercial targets and client expectations.

• Managing the commercial and cost control aspects of multiple residential blocks and house types, including:

  • Traditional masonry apartment blocks (up to 4 storeys)

  • Lightweight steel frame block

  • Pre-cast sandwich panel (HRB, subject to the Gateway process)

  • Masonry-built houses

• Working across multiple JCT Design & Build contracts for different clients and employers

• Preparing trade specifications and detailed tender packages in line with technical drawings and employer requirements

• Managing procurement, subcontractor analysis, and order placement

• Producing accurate monthly valuations, applications for payment, and client invoicing

• Administering subcontracts and main contracts, including variations, payment notices, and final accounts

• Leading cost planning and budget forecasting across all phases of the scheme

• Carrying out CVRs, maintaining real-time cost to complete data, and identifying risk

• Supporting the release of project retentions and agreeing subcontractor accounts post-completion

• Conducting quantity take-offs and preparing subcontractor BOQs and material schedules

• Visiting site regularly to liaise with site teams and subcontractors

• Supporting claims, extension of time requests, and change control procedures

• Preparing client variation costings, monitoring impacts across multiple project stakeholders

• Attending internal and external project meetings and presenting commercial updates

• HNC or higher in Quantity Surveying or construction-related discipline

• Proven experience managing complex residential developments with multiple employers/clients

• Strong working knowledge of JCT Design & Build contracts

• A detailed understanding of different construction methods including masonry, LWSF, and pre-cast panel systems

• High level of cost control and attention to detail, particularly across schemes with varying commercial targets

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, able to interpret and present cost data effectively

• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel and COINS (or similar commercial platforms)

• Valid CSCS card, driving licence, and own vehicle

• Capable of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines

• A team player who can also operate independently and take commercial ownership of projects

• Effective communicator with excellent stakeholder and subcontractor engagement skills

• Salary of 55,000 - 65,000 per annum

• Attractive package including car allowance, pension, and holiday entitlement

• A varied and challenging role on a flagship project with modern and traditional construction approaches

• Genuine opportunities for career development in a respected and forward-thinking business

• A collaborative and supportive team environment with strong commercial leadership

• The chance to work on a high-profile scheme with multiple clients and technical complexities - ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, accountability, and variety

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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