Estimator/Quantity Surveyor
Job Description
TITLE:\n Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Manchester - £45,000 to £75,000\n\nYour new company:\n Our client is a well-established, family-run civil engineering and surfacing contractor with over three decades of experience delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions across the North West. Known for their hands-on approach, long-standing industry relationships, and dedication to both public and private sector projects, they offer a stable and supportive working environment with a strong local presence.\n\nYour new role:\n Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-driven Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a key role based in Manchester, responsible for managing costs across multiple civil engineering and surfacing projects.
You'll play a vital part in maintaining financial control, supporting tenders, and ensuring commercial success from inception through to final account.\n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nPreparing accurate cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for tenders and ongoing works\n\nMonitoring project budgets and tracking variations\n\nProducing timely cost reports and commercial updates for senior management\n\nAssisting in procurement and subcontractor negotiation\n\nLiaising with operational teams to ensure best value is achieved\n\nSupporting the commercial lead in managing contracts and final accounts\n\nEnsuring projects are delivered within budget and in compliance with client and industry standards\n\nWhat you will need to succeed:\n\nDemonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within the construction or civil engineering sector\n\nStrong understanding of cost control, cost planning, and financial reporting\n\nProficient in preparing and interpreting BOQs\n\nStrong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail\n\nEffective communicator with the ability to work independently and within a team\n\nRelevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar\n\nExperience in surfacing, highways, or civil engineering is desirable but not essential\n\nWhat you get in return:\n\nCompetitive salary between £45,000 - £75,000 depending on experience\n\nCompany vehicle or car allowance\n\nStrong pipeline of local, long-term projects\n\nSupportive, down-to-earth management team with real career development opportunities\n\nA well-established business with strong values, excellent retention, and a focus on quality delivery\n\nThis is a great opportunity for a commercially-minded professional seeking stability, growth, and the chance to make a real impact within a respected regional contractor.\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. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
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