Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager - High-Rise Residential

Manchester

65,000 - 80,000 + Excellent Package

Our client is a well-established, Manchester-based construction consultancy with an impressive track record of delivering complex high-rise residential and mixed-use developments across the North West. With a reputation for quality, technical expertise, and long-term client partnerships, the business offers a collaborative environment with direct access to senior decision-makers and exciting city-centre schemes valued from 20m to 200m.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to play a key role in the successful delivery of high-rise residential projects. This is a client-facing position offering both commercial and project management responsibility, ideal for someone confident in managing schemes from pre-construction through to handover. You'll be working on prestigious developments across Manchester, with a focus on build-to-rent and city-centre regeneration.

• Managing high-rise residential projects from feasibility to completion

• Acting as Employer's Agent, Project Manager, and Quantity Surveyor where required

• Preparing and managing budgets, cost plans, valuations, and financial reports

• Leading procurement processes and contract administration (typically JCT D&B)

• Advising on project risks, delays, and cost variations

• Liaising closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and lenders

• Supporting junior staff and collaborating with directors to drive project success

• Ensuring quality delivery aligned with time, budget, and performance goals

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor and/or Project Manager within consultancy or client-side settings

• Track record of delivering high-rise residential or mixed-use developments, ideally 20m+

• Solid understanding of construction contracts (JCT Design & Build essential)

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• RICS or working towards chartership (preferred, not essential)

• Comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Based in or within commuting distance of Manchester

You'll be joining a close-knit and growing consultancy that values your contribution and encourages career progression. Expect a dynamic environment where you're trusted with responsibility, exposed to landmark city-centre schemes, and offered ongoing support from highly experienced directors.

Package includes:

• 65,000 - 80,000 salary (DOE)

• Car allowance and enhanced pension

• Bonus scheme and 25+ days holiday

• Full support with RICS/APC (if applicable)

• Hybrid/flexible working options

• Genuine career development in a highly respected business with a flat structure and open-door culture

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