Pre-construction QS

First Task Professional is working with a well-known and respected Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor for a 100m + multi-project framework.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, and working closely with the Pre-Construction team, your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, and feasibility studies at concept, outline, and technical design stages.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project data to identify risks, opportunities, and value-engineering options.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance.
• Support design development by providing cost advice, benchmarking, and option appraisals.
• Work closely with Pre-Construction Managers, Designers, Planners, and the Commercial Lead to align cost, programme, and buildability inputs.
• Maintain cost databases, market intelligence, and pricing models to support accurate forecasting.
• Prepare commercial reports, cash-flows, and procurement strategies for approval.
• Contribute to risk registers and support early-stage value engineering workshops.
• Ensure commercial governance, compliance, and auditability of all pre-construction activities.

If you are interested in hearing more, then please contact John Gillen for more information.