Quantity Surveyor

Kitson Associates; Northampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitson Associates in Northamptonshire is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to take commercial ownership of two live developments, with a potential third site starting up or finishing off. You will prepare and manage site budgets, cost plans and cost-to-complete forecasts, value subcontractor work, process monthly valuations and agree final accounts, and support the Procurement Manager with tendering and subcontractor awards.

Regular site visits are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' quantity surveying experience with a UK housebuilder.
• Ability to manage multiple trades, subcontractors and deadlines.
• Commercially minded with sound judgement on cost and value.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial ownership of two live developments (possible third) and manage site budgets.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Value subcontractor work, process monthly valuations and agree final accounts.
• Support procurement with tendering, subcontractor selection and award of packages.
• Manage variations, contra charges and disputes with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Produce monthly cost reports and commercial reviews for the Commercial Manager.
• Visit sites regularly to measure progress and build relationships with site teams.
• Keep commercial records up to date in company systems.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Budgeting

Tools

COINS

Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - New Build Housing

Northamptonshire

Upto £55,000 + package

Kitson Associates is working with an established housebuilder who is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Northamptonshire. You'll join a close-knit commercial team and report to the Commercial Manager.

Key responsibilities

• You'll take commercial ownership of two live developments, plus a possible third site that is either starting up or finishing off.
• Prepare and manage site budgets, cost plans and cost-to-complete forecasts
• Value subcontractor work, process monthly valuations and agree final accounts
• Support the Procurement Manager with tendering, subcontractor selection and awarding packages
• Manage variations, contra charges and commercial disputes with subcontractors and suppliers
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and commercial reviews for the Commercial Manager
• Visit sites regularly to measure work, check progress and build strong relationships with site teams
• Spot and act on opportunities to protect margin and control costs
• Keep commercial records up to date in the company's systems (COINS or similar)

About you

• You might be an Assistant QS ready to step up, or a Quantity Surveyor looking for broader responsibility.
• Essential: Minimum two years' quantity surveying experience working for a UK housebuilder
• Confident handling several trades, subcontractors and deadlines at once
• Commercially minded, with sound judgement on cost and value
• Happy to work from the office five days a week and visit sites as needed
• Full UK driving licence and within a reasonable commute of Northamptonshire

Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.