Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Description:

Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Scaffolding

Location - Preston

Salary/Package - £60,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is a leading specialist access contractor providing innovative access solutions to the construction and industrial sectors across the UK. With decades of industry experience, they have established an excellent reputation for delivering safe, efficient, and bespoke access systems on projects ranging from large-scale commercial developments to complex high-rise residential and infrastructure schemes.

Offering a fully integrated service across scaffolding, mast climbing work platforms, and construction hoists, the business works closely with clients from initial design and planning through to installation and ongoing support. Their commitment to safety, quality, and technical excellence has resulted in long-standing relationships with many of the UK's leading contractors and developers. Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

The Role

As Estimator / Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for scaffolding and specialist access projects

Managing the commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account

Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation

Producing detailed take-offs, cost plans, and pricing schedules

Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors

Preparing applications for payment, valuations, variations, and final accounts

Monitoring project costs and producing regular commercial reports

Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities

Supporting contract negotiations and subcontract procurement

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and operational teams

Supporting project handovers and ensuring a smooth transition from pre-construction to delivery

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Estimator / Quantity Surveyor will have:

Previous experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or in a dual commercial role within the construction industry

Experience within scaffolding, access solutions, specialist subcontracting, or the wider construction sector would be highly advantageous

Strong commercial awareness and estimating ability

Experience managing valuations, variations, and final accounts

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes

Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills

A proactive, organised, and commercially focused approach

Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

Competitive basic salary of £60,000

£6,000 Car Allowance

Attractive benefits package

Opportunity to join a leading specialist access contractor

Exposure to major commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the UK

Long-term career progression within a growing and financially secure business

Supportive and collaborative commercial team

Opportunity to play a key role in the continued success of the business

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

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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