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Quantity Surveyor - Fire

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Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Newport, Gwent, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Quantity Surveyor - Passive Fire Protection & Fire Door Replacements

Location: Newport (with travel to sites within approximately one hour)
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + package
Job Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to join a growing specialist contractor within the passive fire protection sector? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business delivering high-quality fire safety projects across social housing and commercial environments throughout South Wales and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and expanding team, working on essential fire safety projects that make a real difference to the safety and compliance of occupied buildings.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a range of passive fire protection projects, including fire door replacements, fire stopping, compartmentation, and associated remedial works. Projects are delivered across social housing, schools, universities, hotels, and other commercial properties.

Based from the Newport office, you'll regularly visit sites across the region, with travel typically within a one-hour radius.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the commercial aspects of multiple passive fire protection projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
Monitoring project costs, budgets, and profitability.
Reviewing subcontractor quotations and managing subcontractor accounts.
Preparing and submitting interim applications for payment.
Identifying and pricing variations throughout the lifecycle of projects.
Working closely with Contracts Managers, Site Managers, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Producing accurate commercial reports and forecasts.
Supporting procurement activities and supplier negotiations.
Ensuring contractual compliance and minimising commercial risk.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within construction, refurbishment, or specialist contracting.
Experience working on social housing and/or commercial construction projects.
Knowledge of passive fire protection, fire door replacement, or refurbishment projects would be highly advantageous.
Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial management.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience.
Permanent, full-time position.
Company package including mileage or vehicle allowance (where applicable).
Opportunities for career progression within a growing specialist contractor.
Varied and interesting projects across the social housing and commercial sectors.
Supportive working environment with long-term job security.If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within the growing passive fire protection sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Reference: 225311292

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Quantity Surveyor - Fire

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Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library

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Newport, Gwent, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Quantity Surveyor - Passive Fire Protection & Fire Door Replacements

Location: Newport (with travel to sites within approximately one hour)
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + package
Job Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to join a growing specialist contractor within the passive fire protection sector? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business delivering high-quality fire safety projects across social housing and commercial environments throughout South Wales and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and expanding team, working on essential fire safety projects that make a real difference to the safety and compliance of occupied buildings.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a range of passive fire protection projects, including fire door replacements, fire stopping, compartmentation, and associated remedial works. Projects are delivered across social housing, schools, universities, hotels, and other commercial properties.

Based from the Newport office, you'll regularly visit sites across the region, with travel typically within a one-hour radius.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the commercial aspects of multiple passive fire protection projects from pre-construction through to final account.
Preparing cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
Monitoring project costs, budgets, and profitability.
Reviewing subcontractor quotations and managing subcontractor accounts.
Preparing and submitting interim applications for payment.
Identifying and pricing variations throughout the lifecycle of projects.
Working closely with Contracts Managers, Site Managers, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Producing accurate commercial reports and forecasts.
Supporting procurement activities and supplier negotiations.
Ensuring contractual compliance and minimising commercial risk.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within construction, refurbishment, or specialist contracting.
Experience working on social housing and/or commercial construction projects.
Knowledge of passive fire protection, fire door replacement, or refurbishment projects would be highly advantageous.
Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial management.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience.
Permanent, full-time position.
Company package including mileage or vehicle allowance (where applicable).
Opportunities for career progression within a growing specialist contractor.
Varied and interesting projects across the social housing and commercial sectors.
Supportive working environment with long-term job security.If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within the growing passive fire protection sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
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Reference: 225311292

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