Lead Senior Quantity Surveyor – Residential Projects

Bennett & Game Recruitment LTD; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Membership fees paid

CPD courses

Cycle to Work

Team socials

Vouchers

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. are representing an established multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Employer's Agent to join their Southampton team.

The role focuses on leading QS services across residential projects and mentoring junior staff. You will prepare cost plans, manage tendering, procurement, and contracts, while maintaining client relationships and reporting on project financial performance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying.
• MRICS or MCIOB accreditation, or working towards qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of construction costs, contracts and procurement processes.
• Experience producing elemental cost plans for residential projects across design stages.
• Proficiency in CostX or similar QS software.
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of quantity surveying services across residential projects.
• Prepare Order of Cost Estimates and Elemental Cost Plans.
• Undertake cost planning using CostX and monitor expenditure across RIBA stages.
• Manage tendering and procurement, including evaluating bids and negotiating quotations.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure value for money.
• Administer contracts and manage relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare and review contract documents, terms and conditions, specs and drawings.
• Evaluate and negotiate contract variations, claims and disputes.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status, financial performance and risks.
• Lead and develop junior members of the surveying team.

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. are representing an established multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Employer's Agent to join their Southampton team.

The role focuses on leading QS services across residential projects and mentoring junior staff. You will prepare cost plans, manage tendering, procurement, and contracts, while maintaining client relationships and reporting on project financial performance.