Quantity Surveyor

  • Hays Construction and Property
  • Elland, Yorkshire
  • 16/04/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Contracts Manager Site Manager Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor Opportunity - Intermediate / Project / Senior Level
Location: West Yorkshire

I'm currently working with a well-established contractor specialising in the commercial fit-out, refurbishment & construction sector, who are looking to appoint an Intermediate, Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor due to a strong and growing workload.

The business has an excellent order book and this role is a replacement hire, joining a stable, experienced commercial team. The client is very open to candidates from refurbishment, new build or fit-out backgrounds, where skills are clearly transferable.

The Role & Client

  • You'll be commercially responsible for multiple projects running concurrently, typically ranging from 50k to 8m, with most schemes falling between 500k and 2m.
  • Projects are delivered under JCT Design & Build contracts, so prior JCT experience is important.
  • The role is West Yorkshire office based full-time (Monday-Friday), with regular site visits as required.
  • You'll work closely with a Contracts Manager and Site Manager, within a close-knit and supportive team environment.
  • Depending on level, there may be line management responsibility for junior QS staff.



Key Responsibilities

  • Full commercial management of assigned projects, from pre-contract through to final account.
  • Procurement and negotiation of subcontract packages.
  • Cost control, valuation submission, variation pricing and agreement.
  • Preparation of monthly CVRs, profit forecasts, cash flow projections, cost to complete and buydown reports.
  • Reporting directly into the Surveying Director.



Package

  • Salary tailored to experience
  • 6 monthly bonus
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Pension



This is a solid opportunity with a stable contractor, offering long-term security, professional autonomy and exposure to a consistent pipeline of work in a resilient sector.

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