Quantity Surveyor

In Cork; Beverley, Hull and East Yorkshire, York and North Yorkshire, Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drylining contractor in East Yorkshire is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to manage their own projects in high-spec commercial schemes. This role involves running drylining and interiors packages, leading cost reporting, and building strong client relationships, offering an attractive salary up to £65,000 and a flexible work schedule. Ideal candidates possess a background in drylining or interiors with the ability to work independently and manage multiple packages effectively.

Benefits

Salary up to £65,000

Autonomy over workload

Supportive leadership team

Consistent pipeline of projects

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor managing own projects.
• Background in drylining, interiors or fit-out preferred.
• Confident in managing multiple packages and maintaining robust reporting.

Responsibilities

• Run own drylining and interiors packages on major commercial projects.
• Lead valuations, variations, cost reporting and forecasting.
• Procure subcontract packages and manage commercial delivery.
• Work closely with site teams to track progress and ensure financial control.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Primarily based in the East Yorkshire area with occasional regional travel.
• 4 days on site, 1 day office/home.

Skills

Managing own projects

Strong commercial judgement

Independence

Managing multiple packages

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

East Yorkshire

Salary up to £65,000

We’re recruiting on behalf of a major drylining contractor with a strong reputation for delivering large, high-spec commercial schemes. They work with leading contractors and clients across sectors including student accommodation, mixed‑use developments, offices and major refurbishment projects. They’re looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who can take full ownership of their own schemes.

This is an autonomous position where you’ll manage your own projects, working closely with site teams and overseeing commercial performance from procurement to final accounts.

The role

• Run your own drylining and interiors packages on major commercial projects
• Lead valuations, variations, cost reporting and forecasting
• Procure subcontract packages and manage commercial delivery
• Work closely with site teams to track progress and ensure financial control
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Primarily based in the East Yorkshire area with occasional regional travel
• 4 days on site, 1 day office/home

What we’re looking for

• Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience managing your own projects
• Background in drylining, interiors or fit‑out preferred
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to work independently
• Confident in managing multiple packages and maintaining robust reporting

What’s on offer

• Salary up to £65,000 plus benefits
• Autonomy over your workload and projects
• Supportive leadership team without micromanagement
• Consistent pipeline of major commercial schemes

Apply

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch with our Commercial Specialist, Jane Fairhurst.