Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor (Assistant to Senior Level) Dry Lining & Interiors Contractor

Location: Telford, Shropshire
Sector: Dry Lining, Partitioning, Suspended Ceilings
Salary: £35,000 £65,000 + Car/Allowance + Pension + Bonus
Start Date: Within 2-4 weeks (or ASAP)

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established and growing interiors contractor based in Telford, specialising in dry lining, partitioning systems, suspended ceilings, and associated fit-out works. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality finishes across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors, they partner with a wide range of Tier 1 and regional main contractors.

Our projects typically range from £200k to £3m in value, and we pride ourselves on delivering to high standards, on time, and on budget.

Due to continued growth and a strong order book across the Midlands and wider UK regions, we are now seeking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor either at Assistant, Intermediate or Senior level to join our commercial team.

Role Overview:

You will play a key role in managing the commercial and financial aspects of multiple live dry lining, ceiling, and partitioning packages. Reporting to the Commercial Manager/Director, this role offers the chance to be involved from procurement and tender stage through to final account on some of the most exciting interior fit-out projects in the region.

We're open to candidates who are looking to take the next step in their QS career, or experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors with a strong background in dry lining and specialist sub-contracting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and submission of valuations and variations

• Accurate cost reporting and forecasting for multiple live projects

• Procurement and management of sub-contract packages

• Liaising closely with site managers, contracts managers and clients

• Site visits and progress reviews as required

• Measuring works from drawings and on-site surveys

• Preparing CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations) and monthly reports

• Settling final accounts

• Attending client meetings and resolving commercial queries

• Supporting tenders and estimating where required

• Ensuring commercial risk is managed and mitigated throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements:

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years experience working with a dry lining, ceilings or interiors sub-contractor

• Strong commercial awareness and cost control ability

• Good knowledge of SMM7/NRM and standard forms of contract (JCT)

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Self-motivated, organised and able to manage multiple tasks

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

• Experience in commercial interiors or fit-out sectors

• Proficiency in measurement software (Bluebeam, CostX, etc.)

• Comfortable mentoring junior staff (for Senior applicants)

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive salary from £35,000 £65,000 depending on experience

• Car allowance or company vehicle

• Bonus scheme linked to project and business performance

• Pension contributions

• Fast-track career development opportunities

• A supportive and dynamic team environment

• Exposure to high-profile and technically interesting projects

• Office based in Telford with regional travel as needed

Start Date:

Immediate start available ideally within 1 week.

How to Apply:

If you're looking for a long-term role with a specialist interiors business where you can genuinely make your mark, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your latest CV or get in touch directly to arrange a confidential discussion.