Quantity Surveyor

GirlingJones; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique construction contractor in Exeter is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial management for residential projects. The ideal candidate will manage tender processes, valuations, and ensure contractual compliance. This role offers a professional working environment and significant growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Company benefits

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience managing subcontract packages for residential projects.
• Knowledge of the residential construction sector.
• Ability to prepare and manage tender processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of major subcontract packages.
• Prepare and manage tender processes for allocated packages.
• Conduct valuations and manage change processes.
• Ensure contractual compliance and manage risk.

Skills

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Accurate cost reporting

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 following 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