Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

Location: Preston, Lancashire
Salary/Package: 55,000 - 65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Job Type: Permanent

Our client is an established specialist contractor delivering acoustic and internal building solutions to main contractors and clients across the UK.

With over 30 years of industry experience and an extensive portfolio of completed projects, the business has built a strong reputation for supplying and installing specialist systems across a variety of sectors.

Their services include acoustic flooring, raised access flooring, underfloor heating, screed systems, acoustic wall and ceiling finishes, acoustic spray plaster and specialist soundproofing solutions.

Working on projects across commercial, education, leisure, residential and other sectors, the business combines technical expertise with experienced installation teams to deliver high-quality internal packages nationwide.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to strengthen their commercial and operational team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to take responsibility for the commercial management and delivery of specialist internal construction and fit-out packages.

The successful candidate will oversee projects from initial tender and procurement through to installation, completion and final account, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget.

This is a varied, hands-on position combining commercial management with project coordination. You will work closely with clients, main contractors, suppliers, subcontractors and internal installation teams to ensure the successful delivery of multiple projects.

The role would suit someone with experience in interiors, commercial fit out, flooring, ceilings, drylining, specialist subcontracting or similar internal construction packages.

Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management

• Managing the commercial aspects of projects from initial order through to final account.

• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications.

• Preparing cost plans, budgets and project forecasts.

• Managing valuations, applications for payment and interim assessments.

• Identifying, pricing and agreeing variations and additional works.

• Monitoring project costs, margins and financial performance.

• Managing subcontractor and supplier accounts.

• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts.

• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.

Project Management & Delivery

• Coordinating the delivery of multiple internal construction and specialist fit-out projects.

• Managing project programmes, resources and installation schedules.

• Liaising with site teams, installation operatives, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Ensuring materials, labour and equipment are available when required.

• Monitoring progress against programme and addressing any delays or issues.

• Attending site meetings and carrying out regular project visits.

• Ensuring works are delivered to the required quality and specification.

• Managing client expectations and maintaining strong working relationships.

• Overseeing project completion, handover and aftercare requirements.

Procurement & Technical Coordination

• Reviewing technical drawings and project specifications.

• Procuring materials and specialist subcontract packages.

• Obtaining and assessing supplier quotations.

• Coordinating with estimating, purchasing and operational departments.

• Supporting value engineering and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

• Ensuring installation teams have the information and resources required to complete works efficiently.

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager or in a combined commercial/project delivery role.

• Background within construction, interiors, commercial fit out or specialist subcontracting.

• Experience managing internal construction packages such as flooring, ceilings, drylining, acoustic systems, screeding or similar trades would be advantageous.

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project costs and profitability.

• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and installation teams.

• Confident reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

• Good understanding of project programmes, procurement and contract administration.

• Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.

• Relevant construction or commercial qualifications would be beneficial.

• Salary of 55,000 - 65,000, depending on experience.

• Additional package.

• Permanent opportunity with an established specialist contractor.

• Varied portfolio of commercial and specialist internal fit-out projects.

• Opportunity to combine commercial management with project delivery.

• Work with an experienced team and established installation network.

• Long-term career development within a growing business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager looking to take ownership of specialist internal construction and fit-out projects.

If you have experience within commercial interiors, flooring, ceilings, drylining, acoustic systems or specialist subcontracting, we would be keen to hear from you.

Please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris, at Building Careers UK for a confidential discussion.

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Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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