Quantity Surveyor – Painting

Location: Derby (with hybrid/flexible working)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + full package

The Opportunity

A well‑established specialist subcontractor within the property and construction sector is seeking an experienced Painting Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. With a strong pipeline of projects across commercial, industrial, retail and maintenance sectors, this is a chance to join a reputable business known for quality, stability and long‑term progression.

The organisation forms part of a larger construction group, offering excellent support, resources and development opportunities, all while retaining a friendly, collaborative team environment.

Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will manage your own portfolio of projects from start to finish, working both in the office and out on site.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting site measures for valuation and cost-control purposes
• Producing accurate monthly valuations and accounts
• Monitoring project costs, values and progress
• Liaising closely with clients, Contracts Managers and site teams
• Preparing Method Statements and Risk Assessments
• Assisting with programme monitoring and project reporting
• Ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and to required standards

Your work will be crucial to the successful commercial delivery of each project.

About You

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• Analytical, organised and meticulous with detail
• A confident communicator with clients and colleagues
• Experienced in running your own projects
• From a painting, plastering or drylining subcontracting background (all considered)
• Proactive and able to manage your workload independently

Experience within finishing trades is particularly valued.

What’s on Offer

• £40,000 – £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• Company car & private mileage scheme
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + Christmas Eve
• Group pension scheme
• Private health insurance (after qualifying period)
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Additional benefits associated with a major UK construction group