Quantity Surveyor
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 17 April 2026
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team, specialising in high-quality fitout projects within the hospitality and commercial sectors. The successful candidate will have strong experience in cost management, contract administration, and commercial control, with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
This role is key to ensuring financial efficiency, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery across a range of bespoke and high-profile fitout schemes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cost Management & Estimation
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for fitout projects
Monitor project costs throughout delivery to ensure financial control
Carry out cost analysis and value engineering where required
2. Contract Administration
Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts and subcontract agreements
Administer variations, change orders, and contractual claims
Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations
3. Procurement & Supplier Management
Source, assess, and appoint subcontractors and suppliers
Issue tender documentation and evaluate returns
Negotiate commercial terms to ensure best value delivery
4. Financial Control & Reporting
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Manage valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and financial reporting
5. Risk Management
Identify commercial and project risks
Maintain and update risk registers
Implement mitigation strategies to protect project profitability
6. Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers, designers, and clients
Attend site and project meetings to provide commercial input
Report financial performance and project progress to stakeholders
7. Compliance & Documentation
Ensure compliance with relevant construction legislation and industry standards
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation
Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
Minimum 3 years' experience in Quantity Surveying within fitout or construction sectors
Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, and cost control
Excellent analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Membership of RICS or similar professional body desirable
Key Competencies
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Commercially astute and results-driven
Strong professional ethics and accountabilityRG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team, specialising in high-quality fitout projects within the hospitality and commercial sectors. The successful candidate will have strong experience in cost management, contract administration, and commercial control, with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
This role is key to ensuring financial efficiency, contractual compliance, and successful project delivery across a range of bespoke and high-profile fitout schemes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cost Management & Estimation
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for fitout projects
Monitor project costs throughout delivery to ensure financial control
Carry out cost analysis and value engineering where required
2. Contract Administration
Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts and subcontract agreements
Administer variations, change orders, and contractual claims
Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations
3. Procurement & Supplier Management
Source, assess, and appoint subcontractors and suppliers
Issue tender documentation and evaluate returns
Negotiate commercial terms to ensure best value delivery
4. Financial Control & Reporting
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Manage valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and financial reporting
5. Risk Management
Identify commercial and project risks
Maintain and update risk registers
Implement mitigation strategies to protect project profitability
6. Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with Project Managers, Contracts Managers, designers, and clients
Attend site and project meetings to provide commercial input
Report financial performance and project progress to stakeholders
7. Compliance & Documentation
Ensure compliance with relevant construction legislation and industry standards
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation
Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
Minimum 3 years' experience in Quantity Surveying within fitout or construction sectors
Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, and cost control
Excellent analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Membership of RICS or similar professional body desirable
Key Competencies
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Commercially astute and results-driven
Strong professional ethics and accountabilityRG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy