Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor - Drylining/Plastering Subcontractor

Location: Halifax (Hybrid Working) with travel required across Yorkshire & the North West of England.

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance + Hybrid Working



Role Overview:

We're seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of projects across the Yorkshire & the North West of England. This role involves pricing enquiries, securing bookings, managing costs, preparing valuations, and providing end-to-end project support. With a strong on-site presence, the Senior QS will play a key role in overseeing project delivery and ensuring high standards of quality. Our projects range from large-scale to smaller commercial and residential fit-outs, offering a varied and dynamic workload.

Key Requirements:

* 5 years + experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor (preferably for a drylining/plastering company)
* Strong all-round knowledge of Quantity Surveying in the Commercial/Residential Fit Out space



Responsibilities:

* Prepare and manage budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
* Ensure projects are completed within budget and maximise value recovery.
* Monitor project costs vs. budget and identify variances early.
* Price tenders for drylining, partitions, ceilings, and associated packages.
* Analyse drawings, specifications, and contract documents to prepare accurate costings.
* Liaise with estimators and planners during pre-construction.
* Submit interim valuations to main contractors.
* Prepare applications for payment and track payment notices and receipts.
* Measure and value variations, manage change control processes.
* Procure materials and subcontract services (e.g., labour, plant).
* Negotiate subcontractor agreements and manage costs throughout.
* Ensure compliance with JCT/NEC contracts and any bespoke amendments.
* Manage risks and resolve commercial issues.
* Handle claims, loss, and expense submissions if necessary.
* Produce monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations).
* Prepare final accounts and close out commercially.
* Work closely with site teams to ensure alignment between delivery and budget.
* Maintain positive relationships with main contractors, consultants, and site teams.
* Attend meetings and represent the commercial interests of the subcontractor.



Contacts to Apply:
Joe McDonnell - Recruitment Consultant - UK Drylining, Suspended Ceilings & Fire Stopping: 07780 841 664