Quantity Surveyor – High‑Tech Fit‑Out (Processing Plant)
Location: Coventry
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Bonus (TBA)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Company and Project
A specialist subcontractor delivering complex construction and fit‑out projects across high‑tech, industrial and commercial environments. The business delivers the full range of internal and associated works required on large technical schemes, including fireboarding, dry lining, ceilings, firestopping, flooring, internal doors, external fire‑rated doors, roller shutters, fire curtains, resin flooring and wider building envelope support such as cladding and roofing when required.
You will have full support from the Director with a commercial background, providing guidance, direction and a reliable escalation point throughout the programme.
This role supports a major internal fit‑out programme operating under NEC conditions within a technically demanding, quality‑driven environment.
Scope of Works
The Quantity Surveyor will manage packages across predominantly internal works, including:
Fireboarding
Dry lining and ceilings
Firestopping
Flooring and resin systems
Internal and fire‑rated doors with some external doors
Roller shutters and fire curtains
Key Responsibilities
Manage commercial elements of internal fit‑out packages from procurement through to final account
Prepare and administer subcontract orders, variations and payment applications in line with NEC processes
Carry out material price checks, benchmarking and supply chain comparisons
Manage subcontractor accounts including valuations, change control, payment notices and final accounts
Review and verify worksheets, dayworks and site‑based records to ensure accurate cost capture
Produce cost reports, forecasts and value tracking
Support procurement, tender analysis and package recommendations
Carry out measurements, valuations and cost control throughout the programme
Operate mainly site‑based, walking the works, checking progress and validating records
Maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams
Identify commercial risks and opportunities and provide clear recommendations
Person Specification
Minimum 4 years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor
Experience across internal fit‑out, fire protection, dry lining, ceilings, flooring or similar packages
Hands‑on and confident being present on site to understand progress and commercial impact
Strong skills in material pricing, subcontractor management and validating worksheets and dayworks
Strong commercial management skills across procurement, variations, cost reporting and final accounts
Confident working in a fast‑paced, quality‑driven environment
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Able to manage multiple work packages with accuracy and attention to detail
Qualifications
HNC or above in a construction‑related discipline
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management preferred
NEC contract knowledge preferred
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Benefits
Salary up to £60,000 + Bonus (TBA)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Experience gained working on a flagship high‑tech scheme
Strong pipeline of future work with an engineering‑led subcontractor
Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and delivery