Senior Quantity Surveyor

Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next construction job in Manchester?

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a respected, RICS-accredited Chartered Surveying consultancy with a growing presence in the Northwest. This is a full-time, permanent role offering excellent career progression, hybrid working options, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative, and family-oriented office.

Work across a variety of exciting private and public sector projects, with exposure to residential, commercial, retail, leisure, education, healthcare, and specialist sectors.

My client is a well-established Chartered Surveying Consultancy, offering a comprehensive range of services across Project Management, Quantity Surveying, and Building Surveying, delivering high-quality advice and solutions for their clients. Their expertise spans a wide variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, retail, hotels, industrial & logistics, education, and student accommodation to name a few.

They are entrepreneurial, client-focused, and pride themselves on delivering high-quality outcomes through integrated thinking, strong relationships, and a commitment to excellence. This consultancy is committed to developing its people through structured training and support, fostering a family-oriented, supportive office culture while maintaining a focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for clients.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Manchester, you will manage projects from inception to completion, delivering pre and post contract services, cost planning, tendering, and contract administration, working closely with clients, contractors, and project teams. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects, contribute to high-profile developments, and support junior team members in a collaborative, professional environment.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Manchester, your role will include:

• Deliver full pre and post contract quantity surveying services across a range of projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Manage tendering processes and provide procurement advice.
• Administer and manage JCT contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Carry out valuations, cost reporting, and final accounts.
• Support project management and client teams with financial and contractual advice.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Contribute to dispute resolution and risk management processes when required.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while taking ownership of responsibilities where appropriate.

To be successful in this Senior Quantity Surveyor role in Manchester, you will bring significant experience working for a consultancy. Key requirements you should have are:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction discipline.
• MRICS Chartered Surveyor (or actively working towards chartership).
• Proven experience in similar sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Able to operate both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to interrogate costs and provide clear advice.
• Organised, self-sufficient, and able to manage priorities effectively.

My client is built on relationships, excellence, and a commitment to people. Projects are delivered to the highest standard, and staff are supported through a collaborative, growth-focused, and community-driven culture.

Some exciting benefits and perks that the Senior Quantity Surveyor will receive are:

• Highly competitive salary (£45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience)
• Pension contribution
• Phone allowance
• Generous Annual leave
• Hybrid, flexible remote working
• APC support and training programmes
• Clear career progression path
• Supportive, family orientated office culture with social events

Apply Now: Senior Quantity Surveyor Job in Manchester

Apply now to join a market-leading consultancy firm delivering some of the Northwest’s most exciting projects.

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