Quick question: In your last quote, did you split labour and materials separately?
If not, you’re leaving money — and trust — on the table.
Why It Matters
When a client sees “Brickwork — £12,000” they have no idea if that’s fair. When they see “Brickwork Labour — £4,800 | Brickwork Materials — £7,200” — they can verify it, trust it, and approve it fast.
It also protects you on variations. Client wants to change the brick spec? You point to the material cost, show the change — no argument, no awkward site conversation.
UK Labour Rates 2026
- General labourer: £22–£28/hr
- Skilled tradesperson: £38–£45/hr
- Site manager: £48–£55/hr
- Project manager: £50–£65/hr
At RapidQS, every report splits labour and materials by trade, by element, line by line — standard, every time.
Want to see what one looks like? Email david@rapidqs.com
