Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
Leyland - �65,000 - �70,000 + Package
Main Contractor | Projects up to �8M

Are you an experienced QS/Estimator looking to take the next step with a growing North West contractor?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking business with a solid pipeline of work across the region.

About the Company

With over 30 years of experience, this North West-based main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality design & build, refurbishment, and new build projects across commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and heritage sectors.

They operate with a hands-on, collaborative approach and pride themselves on their excellent client relationships and repeat business. Projects typically range in value from �1M to �8M.

The Role

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team in Leyland. This is a varied role covering both pre-construction estimating and post-contract commercial management.

You'll work closely with the Commercial Director, tendering for new projects and ensuring the successful delivery of live schemes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, tender returns, and commercial appraisals

• Produce take-offs, bills of quantities, and tender documentation

• Procure subcontractors and manage contract negotiations

• Prepare valuations, variations, and final accounts

• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost reports

• Attend design and client meetings, offering commercial input

• Support project teams with sound commercial advice throughout project lifecycles

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a QS/Estimator with a main contractor

• Background working on design & build projects

• Comfortable handling projects up to �8M in value

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills

• Able to manage multiple tenders or live projects at once

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (preferred)

• Full UK driving licence

What's On Offer

• �65,000 - �70,000 salary

• Car allowance + pension + healthcare

• Genuine career progression opportunities

• Supportive leadership team with a friendly, down-to-earth culture

• Flexible working and healthy work-life balance

• Exposure to varied and exciting projects across the region

Apply now to be part of a company where your expertise will be recognised, your ideas valued, and your career supported.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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