Quantity Surveyor

WETHERBY, NORTH YORKKSHIRE (Hybrid) £50,000 - £60,000 pa I Flexible hybrid working Our client is a market leading consultancy with a great reputation for delivering construction, fit-out, and refurbishment schemes for the UK's leading clients within the hospitality, leisure and retail sectors. They are currently seeking a proactive professional Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial management team, helping them to deliver fast-paced refurbishment, fit-out, shop fit, and maintenance projects for several high-profile clients. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to take on a varied, challenging role in a dynamic industry. If you are looking for a rewarding position where you can take ownership of your projects within a supportive, client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you. Key responsibilities will include: • Oversee refurbishment and fit-out projects, ensuring delivery within budget and on time. • Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met. • Lead client briefing meetings, providing cost analysis, budgets, and project timelines. • Coordinate and manage the full project lifecycle from tendering through to final account negotiations. • Provide accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts. • Manage tendering processes and work on negotiated contracts, typically under JCT or framework agreements. • Monitor project costs against budgets and timelines, identifying and reporting on cost overruns or delays. • Approve variations and final accounts with main contractors. • Regularly update clients on project costs, providing detailed cost reporting and cash flow summaries. • Attend site meetings to monitor project progress, quality, and safety. • Chair and lead project meetings, either as Project Manager or Coordinator, ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering professional advice and support. • Represent the company at client meetings, offering confidence and expertise in all aspects of quantity surveying and project management. About you Our client is looking for a strong QS with good project management and client-facing skills. The ideal candidate will be confident and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. Suitable candidates should be able to demonstrate: • A relevant degree (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Construction Management) or equivalent qualification. • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within the retail, hospitality, or student accommodation sectors. • Experience working with JCT, framework agreements, and other construction contracts • Excellent estimating, budgeting, and cost management skills. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and contractors. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, for cost analysis and reporting. • Ability to work independently and manage own time effectively. • Flexibility to travel to various nationwide sites for meetings and site inspections. • Confident in chairing meetings and leading discussions with clients and contractors. Why Apply? Our client has built an outstanding reputation over more than 20 years, becoming a trusted delivery partner to many of the UK's leading hospitality brands. In return, you'll benefit from: • A competitive basic salary. • Generous travel and expenses package. • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. • Flexible hybrid working arrangements. • Exposure to exciting, high-profile refurbishment programmes. • A collaborative and supportive team environment. • Genuine opportunities to influence delivery and make a visible impact. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be act