Senior Quantity Surveyor - CAT A & B Fit-Out\n\nLocation: Manchester \n\nSalary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Package (Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension, More)\n\nYour new company\n\nOur client is a thriving and well-established interior fit-out contractor with a strong presence across the North West and nationwide. Specialising in high-quality CAT A and CAT B office and commercial space refurbishments, they are known for delivering design-led, technically demanding schemes for high-profile clients. With continued project wins and a secure pipeline, they are expanding their commercial team to support growth and innovation across the Manchester region.\n\nYour new role\n\nOur client is seeking a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with a proven background in CAT A & B commercial fit-out projects.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative team where your input will directly influence project outcomes, cost performance, and client satisfaction. You will work closely with internal project managers, designers, and site teams while liaising directly with clients and external consultants.\n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nLeading the commercial function on multiple CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects across the North West\n\nManaging full project cost control from pre-contract through to final account\n\nPreparing cost plans, tender documentation, and subcontractor packages\n\nEvaluating subcontractor quotations, negotiating terms, and issuing contracts\n\nMonitoring and forecasting project costs, cash flow, and profitability\n\nManaging monthly valuations and payment applications\n\nHandling change control, variations, and risk mitigation\n\nProviding strategic commercial input to project planning and delivery\n\nAttending client meetings and representing the commercial function professionally\n\nMentoring and supporting junior QS staff (if applicable)\n\nWhat you will need to succeed:\n\nMinimum 5+ years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the fit-out or interiors sector\n\nStrong working knowledge of CAT A & CAT B commercial fit-outs\n\nHND/Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Construction-related field\n\nComfortable working independently and managing multiple projects simultaneously\n\nExcellent negotiation and cost management skills\n\nStrong communication, client-facing, and team collaboration abilities\n\nProficiency in relevant software tools such as Excel, Bluebeam, or similar\n\nFull UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to project sites across Greater Manchester\n\nWhat you get in return:\n\nA competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per annum\n\nComprehensive package including car allowance, private healthcare, performance bonus, pension contribution, and 25+ days holiday\n\nThe chance to join a design-led, commercially sound contractor with an excellent industry reputation\n\nA supportive and flexible working environment with hybrid working options\n\nOngoing training and opportunities for career progression into Commercial Lead roles\n\nCollaborative, close-knit culture where your contribution makes a real difference\n\nApply today to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking fit-out specialist shaping the commercial interiors of tomorrow.\n\nApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. \n\nBuilding Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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