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Senior Quantity Surveyor

United Kingdom, Manchester 55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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Job Description

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its Manchester office. This is a key role within a well-established cost management team, supporting the delivery of complex residential schemes, with a particular focus on high-risk buildings.

Job Responsibility

  • Deliver full cost consultancy services including cost planning, tendering, and post-contract administration
  • Support clients through procurement strategies and risk profiling
  • Manage budgets, variations, valuations, and final accounts
  • Provide contract advice and lead administration duties under various forms of contract
  • Lead client, design, and contractor teams to ensure successful project delivery
  • Support the development and mentoring of junior staff

Requirements

  • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (BSc essential)
  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in a similar Quantity Surveying role
  • Proven experience in both pre- and post-contract delivery
  • Strong understanding of procurement and risk management
  • Client-facing with excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong IT capabilities including Microsoft Office
  • Experience working under various procurement approaches

Nice to have

High-risk residential project experience preferred

What we offer

  • 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
  • APC Programme
  • Health insurance
  • Hybrid working
  • Generous Pension Plan
  • Life assurance
  • Mobile and Laptop
  • Car allowance
  • Regular socials
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Supportive culture
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Great work-life balance
  • Income protection
  • Internal training programmes
  • Death in Service contribution
  • Health & Wellness programme
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