Senior Quantity Surveyor

Penwortham, Lancashire
Building Careers UK

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Fast Track Fit-Out & Interiors

Salary: 60,000 – 65,000 + package – Preston

Your new company

Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing contractor specialising in fast-track interior fit-out projects across the North West. They deliver high-quality, time-sensitive schemes for a range of repeat commercial clients, with a strong reputation for precision delivery, commercial control, and consistently meeting challenging programme deadlines.

With a healthy pipeline of secured work and long-standing client relationships, the business offers a stable yet fast-paced environment for experienced commercial professionals looking to take the next step in their career.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Preston. You will take full commercial ownership of multiple fast-track interior fit-out projects, leading all cost management activities from pre-contract through to final account.

This is a key senior position within the business, offering autonomy, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to work on high-profile, fast-moving schemes where commercial performance is critical to project success.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the commercial management of multiple fast-track interior fit-out projects across the North West.
• Full responsibility for cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Preparation and management of budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts.
• Procurement and negotiation of subcontractor packages under tight programme constraints.
• Managing valuations, variations, and change control processes.
• Production and presentation of monthly CVRs and detailed financial reports.
• Overseeing interim applications and final account negotiations to successful completion.
• Providing commercial guidance and support to project managers and site teams.
• Identifying and managing commercial risk while maximising value and margin opportunities.
• Maintaining and developing strong client, subcontractor, and supplier relationships.

What you will need to succeed:

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor within fast-track fit-out or interior construction projects.
• Proven experience operating at Senior QS level or ready to step into a senior role.
• Strong track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent commercial acumen with strong negotiation and contractual awareness.
• Confident in leading procurement, subcontract management, and final account settlement.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver accurate financial control on tight programmes.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent industry experience.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel across North West project sites.

What you get in return:

• Competitive salary 60,000 – 65,000 plus comprehensive package.
• Opportunity to take a senior role within a growing and successful interiors contractor.
• Strong pipeline of fast-track, high-profile interior fit-out projects.
• Genuine autonomy and ability to influence commercial strategy and project outcomes.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business.
• Supportive working environment with a focus on delivery, quality, and long-term client relationships.

Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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