Quantity Surveyor
2 weeks ago
Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
Location: Swindon
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Package (including bonus and full flexible working)
A Prime Opportunity in Construction Excellence
Fairmead is excited to partner with a distinguished client in sourcing a dedicated and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor / Estimator. This role is integral to their mission of delivering standout projects across the commercial sector. If you're ready to drive profitability and operational success within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, this is your opportunity to excel.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator, you will be at the forefront of managing and optimising the financial and commercial aspects of projects valued between £500k and £4 million. From tender submissions to cost analysis, your expertise will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to impeccable standards.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Tender Management: Oversee the preparation, pricing, and submission of tenders, ensuring competitive and commercially robust proposals.
* Costing & Risk Analysis: Scrutinise quotations and proposals to identify opportunities to enhance margins and mitigate risks.
* Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships during pre-construction phases to align objectives and secure buy-in.
* Team Collaboration: Work closely with design and estimating teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client requirements.
* Financial Oversight: Ensure all tenders and proposals accurately account for overheads and align with commercial strategies.
* Mentorship & Leadership: Train and support junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
* Process Optimisation: Develop scalable workflows to enhance operational efficiency and profitability across projects.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have a wealth of experience in both Quantity Surveying and Estimating within the construction industry. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering financial and operational success.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
* Proven Track Record: Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator, ideally within a main contracting environment.
* Educational Background: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field (MRICS accreditation highly desirable).
* Contract Knowledge: Comprehensive expertise in JCT contracts, with a focus on projects valued between £500k and £4 million.
* Technical Skills: Exceptional ability to manage tender processes, cost breakdowns, and commercial analyses.
* Organisational Excellence: Capable of balancing multiple high-value projects with competing deadlines.
* Attention to Detail: Forensic-level focus on accuracy and clarity in all financial and contractual documentation.
What’s on Offer?
This position offers a competitive salary alongside an outstanding benefits package tailored to reward and support you:
* Generous Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 based on experience.
* Flexible Working: Enjoy full flexibility with office and home-based arrangements.
* Bonus Scheme: Annual discretionary bonus recognising exceptional performance.
* Extensive Leave: 32 days annual leave to maintain work-life balance.
* Health Benefits: Health Cash Plan post-probation, covering dental, optical, and medical needs.
* Pension Scheme: Competitive contributions to secure your financial future.
* Company Culture: Regular team events and a collaborative, supportive work environment.
About the Company
Our client is a renowned leader in commercial construction, celebrated for their innovative design and build solutions. They have a track record of redefining commercial spaces through creativity, precision, and sustainability. Their commitment to delivering excellence is matched only by their dedication to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace culture.
Why Join?
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of construction. You’ll contribute to projects valued between £500k and £4 million, enjoy unparalleled flexibility, and be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration.
Apply now and build the next chapter of your career with a company that’s reshaping the industry
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