Project Surveyor & Estimator - Small Works Leader

CC Cousins Ltd; Ditton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fleet vehicle

Pension scheme

Private medical

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Long service holiday rewards

Job summary

CC Cousins are seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join our growing small works and projects team. This role combines surveying, estimating, procurement, and project management across building fabric and small projects, with a focus on surveying and cost control.

The successful candidate will prepare accurate cost estimates, manage quotations through to client submission, and oversee delivery from enquiry to completion in a live operational environment. UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in surveying, estimating, project management, or building maintenance.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and multiple trades.
• Experience managing small works or maintenance projects from survey through to completion.
• Ability to produce accurate cost estimates and manage commercial risk.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site surveys for reactive maintenance works, project works, and building fabric projects
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates from engineer reports, site visits, and client specifications
• Manage the full quotation process from survey through to client submission
• Ensure quotations are produced and issued within agreed timeframes
• Produce detailed cost breakdowns including labour, materials, equipment, access requirements, and subcontractor costs
• Monitor live project and quotation status ensuring records are accurate and up to date
• Progress works through stages from survey to pricing to job readiness
• Manage and support project delivery from initial enquiry through to completion
• Work closely with engineers, contracts managers, and operational teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Provide technical input and practical solutions to support project delivery

Skills

Surveying experience

Estimating

Project management

Building maintenance knowledge

Cost estimation

Strong communication

MS Office

Full UK driving licence

Job description

CC Cousins are seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join our growing small works and projects team. This role combines surveying, estimating, procurement, and project management across building fabric and small projects, with a focus on surveying and cost control.

The successful candidate will prepare accurate cost estimates, manage quotations through to client submission, and oversee delivery from enquiry to completion in a live operational environment. UK driving licence is required.