Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Doncaster (with Nationwide Travel)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a well-established design & build contractor delivering award-winning refurbishment and fit-out projects across the hospitality, leisure, and retail sectors. Known for their creativity, craftsmanship, and collaborative working culture, they partner with leading hospitality operators to deliver everything from high-end pubs to brand-led destination venues.

The commercial team is at the heart of the company's growth strategy and receives continuous investment in people, systems, and training. The business regularly mentors graduate quantity surveyors, pairing them with experienced professionals to build strong, future-ready teams.

With a national footprint and a strong project pipeline, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing business from their Doncaster office, supporting high-profile projects across the UK.

Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial performance of multiple fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. These range in value from £250k to £3.5M, often in live or heritage environments, and delivered on a design & build basis.

You'll work closely with pre-construction, design, project management, and site teams to ensure cost-effective delivery while maintaining client satisfaction and build quality. At Senior level, you will also mentor junior QSs and help embed best practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all commercial aspects of projects including procurement, budgeting, valuations, and final accounts
Prepare cost plans, subcontractor packages, and contract documentation
Liaise with supply chain partners and monitor subcontractor performance
Produce CVRs and provide accurate monthly reporting to the Commercial Manager
Monitor project cash flow, risk, and compliance
Support training and development of graduate/junior QSs (if Senior QS)
Attend regular project meetings across the UK

Recent Projects

Here are just a few examples of the type of projects you'll be involved in:

Marlow
Refurbishment of a Grade-II listed pub and riverside inn into a luxury restaurant and boutique hotel
Client: Fuller's
Value: £2.2M
St Albans
Transformation of a former bank into a dual-concept pub with immersive branding, D&B delivery
Client: Punch Pubs
Value: £1.3M
Bournemouth
Office fit-out including demo kitchen, podcast studio, and sustainable design features
Value: £1.1M
Crawley
Country inn refurbishment with barn conversion, garden bar, and upgraded dining spaces
Client: Grosvenor Pubs
Value: £1.8M
Welwyn
Pub renovation featuring new roof, garden works, bar refit and bespoke joinery
Client: Greene King
Value: £950k

What We're Looking For

3+ years' experience as a QS or 6+ years for Senior QS (hospitality or retail sector preferred)
Experience in D&B, fit-out, or refurbishment projects
Good understanding of construction contracts and subcontractor management
Comfortable working across multiple live sites and UK travel
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Relevant qualifications (BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent)
Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

Salary: Up to £55,000 (QS) / Up to £65,000 (Senior QS)
Car Allowance
Bonus scheme and performance-based pay reviews
Feast Fridays, social events, birthday treats, Health plan, pension scheme
Clear pathways to Commercial Manager roles
28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service

If you're looking to take your career to the next level within a collaborative, creative and commercially ambitious construction business - this could be the role for you.

Apply now with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation

Job Info

Job Title:

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Company:

Think Recruitment

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Posted:

Aug 5th 2025

Closes:

Sep 5th 2025

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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