Quantity Surveyor

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity in Derby, East Midlands?

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a reputable construction main contractor based in Derby, operating across the East Midlands region.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering excellent career development, mentorship from senior commercial professionals, clear progression to senior roles and the chance to work on a diverse range of construction projects across the education, healthcare, commercial and industrial sectors.

Our client is an established regional contractor specialising in delivering healthcare refurbishments and social housing projects across the East Midlands and beyond. They specialise in complex, quality-driven projects for both public and private sector clients, combining traditional delivery expertise with modern cost management and sustainability frameworks.

This contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality developments across the East Midlands and surrounding regions, with a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and long-term client partnerships. They offer structured progression and support for ambitious Quantity Surveyors ready to grow into senior commercial leadership roles. You'll join a friendly, professional team that values long-term partnerships and excellence in every delivery.

As an experience Quantity Surveyor in Derby, you'll oversee all commercial and financial aspects of live projects, managing cost control and contract administration from procurement through to final accounts. Working under JCT contract conditions, you'll have the tools and authority to lead cost planning, subcontractor coordination and stakeholder engagement to ensure projects meet financial and programme targets.

As a Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Collaborate closely with the Contracts Manager and project team to ensure delivery within budget and programme
• Manage cost planning and commercial delivery across healthcare and social housing schemes
• Lead subcontractor procurement, valuations and cost reporting
• Ensure compliance with JCT contract conditions
• Conduct regular site visits
• Provide accurate forecasting, cost analysis, and value engineering support
• Chair commercial meetings with clients, contractors and supply chain partners, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution
• Support project profitability, cost certainty and continuous improvement across the delivery team

The ideal candidate for the Quantity Surveyor job will have a proven track record as a Quantity Surveyor in a construction main contracting environment. You will also need to be proactive, positive and confident communicating at all levels and able to work as part of a team.

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or construction consultancy background
• Strong understanding and practical experience managing JCT contracts and contract administration in healthcare or social housing projects
• RICS accreditation or equivalent cost management qualification (highly desirable)
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills to coordinate cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team
• Full UK driving licence – essential for regular site visits across the Midlands
• Knowledge of construction cost controls, risk management and compliance processes

As the Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining an established main contractor with excellent growth plans for the future. You will have a forum to build an established career, surrounded by like-minded individuals.

• Competitive salary £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Fun, team-oriented atmosphere
• Regular social events
• Generous holiday allowance and pension contributions
• Supportive, team-oriented environment with ongoing mentorship
• Local, Midlands-based projects with the aim to minimise your travel

Apply Now: Quantity Surveyor Job in Derby, East Midlands

If you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor looking to join a reputable construction main contractor and develop your career in a supportive commercial team, we’d love to hear from you.

Should your application be successful, we’ll contact you within 48 hours to provide full details about the company, role and upcoming projects.

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