Quantity Surveyor

Elan Homes Limited; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the financial delivery of residential developments in the Midlands. Responsibilities include managing budgets, maintaining profit margins, and procuring subcontractor packages. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Quantity Surveying and has at least five years of experience in housebuilding. This role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits package. Apply now and start building your future with us.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus

Company Car / Allowance

Minimum 25 days Holiday

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a minimum of five years’ experience in housebuilding Quantity Surveying.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven experience maintaining development margins.

Responsibilities

• Managing the financial performance of developments from initial budget through to final account.
• Maintaining profit margins and identifying opportunities for cost control.
• Procuring subcontract packages and managing subcontractor payments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Cost forecasting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

5+ years of experience in housebuilding

Job description

Full-time: 38 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Specific location: Head Office, Coleshill
Hours of work: 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30– 3.30 pm on Fridays
Benefits Include: Competitive Salary, Annual Bonus, Company Car /Allowance, a minimum of 25 days Holiday Per Annum, Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.

Please quote vacancy reference: Ref: PF/QS/12/25

Are you a commercially astute, results-driven Quantity Surveyor looking to play a key role in delivering high-quality residential developments? Elan Homes – a leading, privately-owned housebuilder renowned for creating exceptional homes across the Midlands, North West, South West England, and North Wales - is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Midlands team and support the successful financial delivery of our developments.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the full financial management of residential developments, from initial budgeting and procurement through to cost control and final account, ensuring margins are maintained and commercial risks are effectively managed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Package: A rewarding salary, bonus scheme, company car or car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Key Commercial Role: Take ownership of the commercial performance of multiple developments.
• Influence & Responsibility: Play a vital role in protecting margins and supporting business profitability.
• Career Development: Opportunities to develop your career within a growing, privately owned housebuilder, with exposure to senior commercial leadership.

Your Role:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the financial performance of developments from initial budget through to final account.
• Maintaining profit margins originally set and identifying opportunities for cost control and value engineering.
• Procuring subcontract packages and ensuring all orders, including relevant health and safety documentation, are correctly in place to support build programmes.
• Managing subcontractor payments accurately and promptly on a monthly and bi-monthly basis.
• Completing financial reports accurately and to required deadlines.
• Pricing customer extras and incentives promptly and accurately.
• Forward planning and forecasting potential risks, variations, and cost pressures.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Resolving commercial issues and disputes fairly while always protecting the interests of Elan Homes.
• Reporting regularly to the Head of Commercial on performance, risks, and discrepancies.
• Overseeing and supporting the development of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a minimum of five years’ experience in housebuilding Quantity Surveying.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven experience maintaining development margins within a residential housebuilding environment.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to forecast costs, manage risk, and provide clear commercial reporting.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Why Elan Homes?

At Elan Homes, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, desirable homes — and strong commercial control is fundamental to our success. As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring developments are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards, supporting the continued growth of our Midlands region.

The closing date for applications is 02 January 2026, but we may close the process earlier if we find the right person — so don’t wait. Apply now and start building your future with Elan Homes.

Elan Homes is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

To apply in writing please send your CV to Nadia Thih, HR Officer, Elan Homes, Oak House, Lloyd Drive, Cheshire Oaks Business Park, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 9HQ or by email to [e-mail] , quoting the reference number above.

Please let us know how you would like to be contacted to discuss your enquiry:

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