Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor 
Main Contractor 
Ballymena, Northern Ireland 
Full time, Permanent 
£50,000 - £55,000 per year 

A leading main contractor in Ballymena is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of a varied portfolio of construction projects across Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering high-quality building and refurbishment schemes within the public and private sectors.
You will play a central role in the lifecycle of each project — from early design stages through procurement, delivery, and final account — ensuring financial control, compliance, and value for money are achieved throughout.

Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Cost Planning

• Prepare initial cost estimates, feasibility studies, and cost plans based on design information
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project documentation to build accurate budgets
• Advise on materials, construction methods, and cost-effective alternatives
• Support tender preparation, subcontractor inquiries, and pricing submissions

Commercial Management During Construction

• Manage project budgets, expenditure tracking, and cashflow forecasting
• Prepare and submit accurate valuations, variations, compensation events, and progress claims
• Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation actions from a commercial standpoint
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive and compliant procurement processes
• Monitor subcontractor performance, reviewing claims, applications, and final accounts

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Ensure all work is delivered in line with contract conditions, building regulations, and statutory requirements
• Maintain detailed commercial records and ensure audit-ready documentation
• Work closely with site teams to ensure cost control aligns with programme and quality targets
• Assist with dispute resolution, negotiations, and commercial reporting to senior management

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal delivery teams
• Provide clear cost updates, financial forecasts, and commercial insight to project managers and directors
• Represent the contractor professionally during site visits, meetings, and commercial reviews

About the Role

This position splits time between office-based commercial duties and regular site visits across Northern Ireland.

Skills & Experience Required A successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards
• Excellent budgeting and cost management capability
• High levels of numeracy with strong IT skills (Excel, measurement software, commercial packages)
• Good understanding of Building Regulations and contractual procedures
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team

Relevant qualifications (e.g., Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent) and experience within a main contracting environment are highly desirable.


If interested please feel free to get in touch with James at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk