Symmetry Recruitment
Quantity Surveyor
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Location: Manchester / Greater Manchester (Hybrid)
Company: Leading UK Construction company
Industry specifics: Refurbishment, Fit-Out and New Build
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience) + Benefits Package
Clear pathway to work towards Senior or Commercial Management in the future
About the Opportunity
We are supporting a dynamic and growing construction client looking for an experienced and driven Quantity Surveyor / Senior to join the team. This role is ideal for a commercially sharp professional who thrives on managing diverse, high-value projects and delivering exceptional project control from inception to completion.
You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, managing client relationships and driving commercial success across a variety of exciting sectors.
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Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management: Lead cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial reporting across multiple projects.
- Contract Administration: Manage contracts, handling variations, valuations, and final accounts.
- Procurement: Oversee subcontract procurement, tendering processes, and commercial negotiations.
- Client Relations: Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing strategic commercial advice and ensuring project delivery aligns with their objectives.
- Risk Management: Identify, analyse, and mitigate commercial risks to protect project margins.
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What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Proven track record working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within a construction environment.
- Qualifications: Industry specific and role related qualifications, Degree qualification ideal but not essential.
- Skills: Strong negotiation skills, deep understanding of standard construction contracts, and excellent communication abilities.
- Mindset: A proactive, solutions-oriented professional who takes ownership of their workload and enjoys mentoring junior staff.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working
- Clear pathways for career progression and professional development
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