Quantity Surveyor

  • Think Recruitment
  • Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire
  • 01/04/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (with regional travel)
Sector: Industrial / Commercial Construction
Salary: Up to 65,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits



The Company

A well-established Tier 2 main contractor with a strong presence across the Midlands, delivering high-quality industrial and commercial construction projects. With a strong pipeline of work, the business is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of key schemes.



The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of large industrial build projects, typically ranging from 5m- 30m in value. Working alongside a Senior QS or Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered within budget while maintaining strong cost control and contractual compliance.



Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the commercial management of projects from tender through to final account
  • Support the preparation of budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts
  • Assist with procurement of subcontractor packages
  • Measure, value, and manage subcontractor works and payments
  • Support the administration of contracts (JCT / NEC)
  • Monitor project costs and identify potential risks and opportunities
  • Assist in the management of variations and change control processes
  • Prepare regular cost reports and support senior commercial staff
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors


Requirements

  • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant QS within a main contractor
  • Exposure to industrial / commercial construction projects
  • Experience working on projects typically 5m+
  • Basic knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
  • Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (or equivalent experience)


Desirable

  • Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor
  • Exposure to Design & Build projects
  • Working towards professional accreditation (RICS or similar)


What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Car allowance / company car
  • Exposure to large-scale industrial developments
  • Clear career progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment


Apply

If you are a motivated Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within a growing Tier 2 contractor delivering major industrial projects, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your CV to (url removed)