🧮 Quantity Surveyor in Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Employers in Leeds hiring this role typically need: prepare bills of quantities, measure completed work, assess valuations and support cost control and commercial administration.

Key responsibilities

• Measure completed work on site
• Assess interim valuations and payment applications
• Support variation pricing and final accounts
• Support cost control and commercial reporting

Skills employers look for

• Cost estimating
• Contract knowledge
• Commercial awareness
• Accurate record keeping

Tools and standards

• Excel cost models
• Contract forms and payment schedules
• Variation trackers

Typical deliverables

• Monthly valuation
• Final account statement
• Bills of quantities

How success is measured

• Payment turnaround
• Cost variance control
• Measurement accuracy

Common challenges

• Disputed measurements
• Frequent variations

Hiring tip

Ask for a sample bill or valuation and how they checked it for errors.

Posting this role?

State the budget band, hours per week, reporting lines and deliverables. See how to post a job.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Quantity Surveyor cost in Leeds?

Indicative Quantity Surveyor rates for Leeds, England, United Kingdom are about $23–$70 per hour, or $2,990–$9,100 per month for regular work.

What does a Quantity Surveyor do in Leeds?

Prepare bills of quantities, measure completed work, assess valuations and support cost control and commercial administration. Typical work includes prepare bills of quantities and cost plans, measure completed work on site and assess interim valuations and payment applications.

What qualifications are usual for a Quantity Surveyor?

Quantity surveying or construction degree; Professional membership is a plus; 3+ years in construction cost work.

Can I hire a Quantity Surveyor for Leeds remotely?

Often yes. Day rates and clear invoicing are common, and professional body membership can matter for some roles. Agree working-hour overlap, tools, reporting and payment method before work begins.

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