Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Dartford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in Dartford seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. This role offers an opportunity for career progression within a supportive environment, focusing on budget management, subcontractor procurement, and contract negotiation.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience in residential construction needed.
• Strong understanding of cost planning and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Managing budgets, cost forecasting, and reporting.
• Preparing tender documentation and analysing returns.
• Negotiating with suppliers to ensure best value.

Skills

Cost Planning

Contract Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Independent Working

Proficient in Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

Tools

COINS

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dartford

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 basic

We’re working with a leading residential developer in Dartford seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their successful commercial team. This is a great opportunity for a driven and commercially focused QS to progress within a forward-thinking business that values internal development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing budgets, cost forecasting, and reporting
• Procuring subcontractors and materials
• Preparing tender documentation and analysing returns
• Managing variations, valuations, and interim payments
• Maintaining accurate records for subcontractor and supplier accounts
• Negotiating with suppliers to ensure best value

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Experience within residential construction (housebuilder or main contractor)
• Strong understanding of cost planning, CVRs, and contract negotiation
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and confidently
• Proficient in Excel; experience with COINS and Bluebeam is an advantage

This is a well-established and high-performing regional office with a strong pipeline of work. If you're looking for a new challenge in a stable, supportive, and ambitious environment, we’d love to hear from you