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Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor – Bethell Construction (3 Positions Available)
Location: Greater Manchester Department: Bethell Construction
About the Role
We are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to deliver contractual and financial expertise across projects from pre-construction to completion.
Your role will revolve around:
- Maximising value while mitigating risks and maintaining cashflow
- Supporting strategic delivery and ensuring compliance with commercial processes
- Collaborating closely with commercial, operational, finance, and support teams
- Procurement management through effective supply chain communication and analysis
- Taking leadership in subcontract management, procurement, and implementation
- Mentoring trainee and assistant Quantity Surveyors, fostering high standards within the team
Key Responsibilities
Safety & Wellbeing
- Ensure full compliance with HSQE standards on-site and in the office
- Engage in hazard identification and risk management
- Monitor supply chain adherence to company and client safety expectations
- Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and wellbeing
Client & Commercial Management
- Build strong client and operational team relationships
- Provide accurate, timely commercial insights for decision-making
- Develop supply chain partnerships to secure best value
- Proactively manage client expectations and final account agreements
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Leadership & Team Development
- Mentor graduates and junior team members
- Foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and respect
- Maintain effective communication with senior management on risks and progress
Commercial Excellence
- Adhere to approved commercial processes and procedures
- Manage cost reporting, subcontract procurement, and contract administration (pre- and post-contract)
- Collaborate with estimating, operational, and procurement teams
- Balance time management and competing priorities
Sustainability & Performance
- Optimise resource efficiency and cost management systems
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement through change control
- Contribute to budget development, procurement strategy, and commercial targets
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- CSCS accreditation (essential)
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or 10+ years’ relevant experience
- Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CICES, ICE) – preference given
- Strong financial and commercial management background
- Experience in civils, drainage, groundworks, concreting, and highways projects (project values up to £20m)
- Full UK driving licence
Skills & Knowledge
- Commercial acumen – ability to maximise value and manage cashflow
- Extensive knowledge of construction and highways infrastructure
- Proficiency in cost forecasting, reporting, and contract administration
- Familiarity with JCT, NEC, and ICE contract frameworks
- Understanding of insurance requirements (warranties, bonds, PCGs)
- Competency in Microsoft Office, including Project or Primavera
- Strong grasp of H&S practices and tender processes
- Ability to analyse, measure, and compare project data/drawings
- Outstanding negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Both verbal and written communication
- Knowledge of measurement standards (MCHW, CESMM4, SSM7)
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Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented and highly organised
- Strong time management with adaptability
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
- Reliable, trustworthy, and professional
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Driven by results and continuous improvement
Why Join Bethell Construction?
- Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team
- Direct impact on project success through commercial leadership
- Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape commercial outcomes
- Work on a diverse range of projects across Greater Manchester
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Skills
Quantity Surveying
Commercial Awareness
Cost Reporting
Contract Administration
Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Health and Safety Practices
Project Data Analysis
Microsoft Office
JCT Contracts
NEC Contracts
ICE Contracts
Supply Chain Management
Time Management
Team Development
Communication