Quantity Surveyor

Girling Jones Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique construction contractor in Exeter is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support operations on live residential projects. The role includes commercial management of subcontract packages, tender processes, and procurement. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management, along with proven experience in residential projects. This is an office-based position with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Pension

Company benefits

Professional working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on residential projects.
• Experience managing subcontract packages end-to-end.
• Strong knowledge of the residential sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage major subcontract packages and tender processes.
• Procure subcontractors and manage contracts.
• Support the Commercial Manager in day-to-day functions.

Skills

Commercial management

Tender processes management

Subcontractor negotiation

Cost reporting

Risk management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Quantity Surveyor, Exeter, boutique construction contractor and property developer

Location: Exeter, Devon

Position: Quantity Surveyor

Contractor Type: Residential Construction

Reporting To: Commercial Manager

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £40-£60k per annum (depending on experience), plus pension and company benefits

The Opportunity

A small bespoke construction property company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager overseeing two live residential projects and working on pre-construction for up-and-coming schemes in the pipeline. This is an office-based role with weekly visits to sites in North Devon. Consisting of a 100-unit water fronted development and the private sale of apartments in a listed building.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of major subcontract packages (e.g. M&E, façade, groundworks, structural frame)
• Preparation and management of tender processes for allocated packages
• Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration
• Valuations, variations, and change management
• Accurate cost reporting and forecasting, supporting monthly CVRs
• Management of interim payments and final accounts
• Ensuring contractual compliance and managing risk and opportunity within packages
• Supporting the Commercial Manager in all day-to-day commercial functions
• Contributing to cost control, reporting systems, and overall project delivery efficiency

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working on residential new build or refurbishment projects for a small to medium sized contractor or residential developer.
• Demonstrable experience managing subcontract packages end-to-end
• Strong knowledge of the residential sector
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills
• Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Why Join this company?

• Join a growing bespoke property business in the heart of Exeter.
• Cash rich business
• Chance to grow with the company and follow a promotional route to senior level.
• Work alongside a strong, commercial, pre-con and delivery team
• Professional, high-quality working environment on a technically complex and rewarding project