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Quantity Surveyor

salary
GBP
£
£
45000
-
65000
per
annum
+
plus package
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Carlisle, Cumbria
(
England
)
job posted
May 8, 2026
reference
QSsd0805
Quantity Surveyor

Location - Carlisle

Salary/Package - £45,000 - £65,000 basic salary plus comprehensive package

About the Company

A well-established and highly respected specialist contractor with a turnover in excess of £10 million is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team in Carlisle.

Operating across the commercial construction sector, the business delivers high-quality interior fit-out, refurbishment, and specialist finishing projects throughout the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, repeat business, and long-standing client relationships, the company continues to secure major projects across a variety of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, and residential developments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and forward-thinking business with a collaborative culture and a strong pipeline of work.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

* Managing the commercial aspects of interior fit-out and refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to final account
* Preparing and managing project budgets, valuations, and cost reports
* Producing accurate CVRs and financial forecasts
* Managing subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and accounts
* Identifying and managing variations and change control procedures
* Supporting the operational team to ensure projects are delivered on budget and to programme
* Liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
* Assisting with risk management and contractual matters
* Ensuring commercial processes and procedures are maintained throughout the project lifecycle

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Quantity Surveyor will have:

* Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
* A strong background in interior fit-out and refurbishment projects
* Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
* Good knowledge of standard forms of contract
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
* A proactive and organised approach to work
* Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

* Basic salary of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
* Attractive benefits package
* Long-term career progression opportunities
* Secure pipeline of upcoming projects
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to join a growing and financially stable contractor
* Exposure to a diverse range of high-quality projects across the UK








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

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