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We Build Recruitment are currently looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor for our client who are a leading UK-based contractor specialising in commercial joinery, bespoke manufacturing, and full interior fit-out solutions across multiple sectors including hospitality, retail, corporate, and public environments. The Quantity Surveyor manage all financial and contractual aspects of commercial joinery and fit-out projects, ensuring cost efficiency, value delivery, and compliance with contractual obligations from tender stage through to final account. Key Responsibilities Pre-Contract / Tender Stage Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for bespoke joinery and fit-out projects Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations Support value engineering exercises to optimise project costs Assist in developing cost plans aligned with client budgets Post-Contract / Project Delivery Manage project budgets and monitor cost performance throughout lifecycle Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment, and variations Control and track material procurement costs (e.g. timber, partitions, ceilings, bespoke items) Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure financial control of works Manage subcontractor accounts, payments, and final accounts Ensure projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters Commercial Management Interpret and administer contract conditions Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and cost variations Provide accurate financial reporting and forecasting Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams Project Collaboration Collaborate with design, production, and installation teams to ensure alignment between cost, design, and delivery Support project managers overseeing full trade fit-out works including joinery, partitions, ceilings, and interior finishes Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction, ideally within: Commercial interiors Joinery / shopfitting Fit-out projects Strong understanding of cost planning and commercial control Experience managing subcontractor packages and supply chains Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications Proficient in Excel and commercial management software Excellent negotiation and communication skills Desirable Experience with bespoke manufacturing or joinery projects Knowledge of multi-trade fit-out environments Familiarity with UK standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT) Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Quantity Surveyor/Contracts Manager - Shopfitting Salary £DOE+ Car Allowance + Package Sector: Fit Out, Refurbishment, Shopfitting Southampton A respected Shopfitting Contractor in Southampton are searching for a Quantity Surveyor / Contracts Manager to join their team. They are looking for someone who has experience of Surveying/Estimating and has then made the move over to Contracts Management. You will be joining a quality focused shop-fitting contractor, with over 25 years experience delivering outstanding interiors for retail, restaurants and bars, health and fitness and commercial businesses. The company boasts a proven track record within the retail and leisure Industry, delivering exceptional service within budget whilst meeting their clients fast track needs, opening stores on time and to exacting standards. They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor who has refurbishment or shopfititng experience that can be responsible for managing up to three projects at any onetime. Essentials: Has Estimator or Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager experience Proven experience in the shop fitting and interiors industry. Knowledge of Building Legislation. Effective communication and written Skills. Be prepared to work over a large geographical area and may stay away on the odd occasion. Financial and commercial awareness Qualifications: HNC or equivalent CSCS If you are a Quantity Surveyor/Contracts Manager who is looking to progress your career or indeed are currently in a similar role and would be interested to find out more then please call Chris Grimes at Interaction Construction on (phone number removed)/ (phone number removed) or e-mail (url removed)