Quantity Surveyor

Involve Recruitment; Dafen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join a commercial team focusing on residential projects in the UK. You will prepare cost plans, manage subcontractor procurement, and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience managing housing schemes ranging from £2 million to £10 million. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a residential construction contractor.
• Ideally manage schemes from £2 to £10 million in value.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans and budgets for housing projects.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and appointments.
• Administer contracts, valuations, and report on costs.

Skills

Experience with housing projects

Procurement and tendering

Cost management

Contract administration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Overview

Involve Recruitment is in search of a Quantity Surveyor with experience in new‑build, refurbishment schemes. With a strong pipeline of commercial and residential projects, our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team and support the successful delivery of projects from pre‑construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and estimates for housing projects
• Manage subcontractor procurement, including tendering, analysis, and appointment
• Administer contracts, valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Monitor project costs and cash flow, identifying and mitigating commercial risks
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications
• Assess subcontractor applications and manage payments
• Provide accurate cost reporting and forecasts to senior management
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, company procedures, and industry standards
• Liaise with site teams, clients, consultants, and suppliers

Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• Proven experience working with a housing / residential construction contractor or commercially managed housing schemes
• Ideally experience managing schemes from £2 - £10 million

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career progression within a growing construction business
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to work on high‑quality residential developments