Quantity Surveyor in Manchester - Manchester Staff Ltd

UK Staffing Group is recruiting on behalf of a growing specialist construction business that delivers complex turnkey projects across the pharmaceutical, healthcare, advanced manufacturing and high-tech sectors.
This isn't a traditional Quantity Surveyor role.
You'll become part of a collaborative commercial team where you'll work closely alongside experienced Project Managers, providing commercial support and helping to deliver technically challenging projects across the UK and Europe.
The business has an exciting pipeline of work secured for 2026 and beyond and is looking for someone who wants to grow with them. This role offers genuine progression, with the opportunity to develop into a Senior Quantity Surveyor as the commercial team expands.

Working closely with Project Managers, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial management of turnkey construction projects
• Preparing valuations and managing variations
• Advising Project Managers on commercial risks and opportunities
• Managing subcontractor accounts and commercial negotiations
• Reviewing project costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Assisting with contract administration across predominantly Design & Build projects
• Preparing cost reports and supporting project forecasting
• Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
• Visiting project sites when required

We're looking for someone who has:

• Quantity Surveying experience within the construction sector
• Building Services or MEP experience
• Contractor-side experience
• Design & Build project experience
• Knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts
• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative approach and desire to be part of a growing team

Experience within cleanrooms, pharmaceutical construction or controlled environments would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Salary between £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
• Car Allowance
• Pension
• Death in Service
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Early finish every Friday
• Genuine progression into senior leadership
• Exposure to landmark specialist construction projects
• Long-term career development within a growing business