Quantity Surveyor

A brand-new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our client who are an innovative and growing construction consultancy based in Nottingham. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to make a real difference in their community while working on a varied and meaningful portfolio of public sector construction projects. From major capital builds to essential school refurbishments, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s future, while enjoying a healthy work/life balance and excellent benefits.

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Our client is a collaborative and dynamic multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, delivering expert consultancy, design, build, and maintenance services across a wide range of public sector projects.

They are dedicated to supporting communities through efficient, sustainable, and impactful built environment solutions. Known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and social value, they operate with strong core values.

Following continued growth and project success, the team is expanding and now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their Nottingham-based Commercial team.

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As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate cost management and estimation across a wide variety of local construction projects, including:

• Major capital developments (e.g. new office builds)
• New build education facilities
• Refurbishment projects under school improvement programmes
• You will collaborate closely with a team of experienced QSs and Estimators, working alongside internal design and delivery teams to ensure successful project outcomes from feasibility through to completion.

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Key responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor role include:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Preparing cost plans and estimates during feasibility and design stages
• Delivering end-to-end cost management services across your project portfolio
• Procuring and managing contractors and consultants
• Leading contract documentation and financial reporting
• Producing monthly cost and value reports for project fee income
• Managing Compensation Events and maintaining financial control
• Advising on commercial and contractual matters across the business
• Supporting compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards
• Promoting sustainability and contributing to carbon reduction strategies

To be successful in this role, you should ideally bring:

• Proven experience in quantity surveying within the construction sector
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent professional experience
• Excellent commercial and contractor management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• A proactive mindset and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Commitment to improving services and delivering value for public sector clients
• Strong ICT skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• An awareness of sustainable construction practices and outcomes

In return for your skills and commitment, our client offers a highly competitive and well-rounded benefits package, including:

• Salary up to £55,000 (depending on experience)
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Professional membership support and funding
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Local project base so no extensive travel
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment

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