Quantity Surveyor
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | BL3 0NN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 72877-64706 |
Summary
Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor
Social Housing
Location: Bolton Office (with sites across the North of England)
Salary: Quantity Surveyor: £35,000 - £45,000
Benefits:
• Car Allowance
• 26 Days Holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Private Health Care
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities
• Flexible Working
• Online Retailer Discounts
About the Role:
Our client is looking for a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team. Based in their Bolton office, the successful candidate will work across a range of maintenance and refurbishment projects across the North West. These projects will include kitchen and bathroom refurbishments, roofing, and ceiling works.
This is an office and site-based role. You'll work closely with the Commercial Manager and Lead QS, providing guidance and support to junior staff members while overseeing the commercial management of various contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Management:
• Manage multiple contracts across different sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to scope.
• Navigate through contracts with varying mechanisms and terms, ensuring compliance and effective management.
• Tendering & Contract Review:
• Produce detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs) from tendered documents and Schedules of Rates (SoRs).
• Assist with the commercial evaluation of tender submissions, advising on commercial risks and opportunities at the tender/bid stage.
• Procurement & Subcontract Management:
• Oversee subcontract procurement, ensuring the effective selection and management of subcontractors.
• Manage subcontract accounts and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
• Cost Reporting & Financial Management:
• Produce Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and provide regular updates on project progress.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly CVRs and quarterly reviews, ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison:
• Attend client meetings, offering commercial and contractual insight and advice.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders on all financial and contractual matters.
• Risk & Opportunity Management:
• Assist the Commercial Manager and Lead QS in identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities across projects.
• Contribute to the mitigation of risks and the identification of opportunities for project improvement.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
• Experience: At least 3+ years in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry, with a focus on maintenance and refurbishment projects (e.g., kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, ceilings).
• Contract Knowledge: Strong understanding of various construction contracts and mechanisms (e.g., JCT, NEC).
• Project Experience: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, particularly in maintenance/refurbishment.
• Financial Management: Demonstrated experience producing BoQs, CVRs, and managing the financial aspects of projects.
• Subcontract Management: Solid experience in managing subcontract procurement, accounts, and payments.
• Communication Skills: Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve complex commercial issues and provide actionable solutions.