Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Construction; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing housing developer in Nottingham seeks a Quantity Surveyor to manage costs related to building projects. The role supports the commercial function and offers career progression to Senior QS within 12–18 months. Candidates should have strong skills in Quantity Surveying, experience with JCT contracts, and a technical understanding of house building. The position offers a permanent full-time role with competitive salary and benefits including a car allowance and private pension scheme.

Benefits

Car allowance / company car

Generous bonus scheme

Fuel allowance

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Further development and training

Career progression to Senior QS

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor in housing or residential projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage all costs related to building and civil engineering projects.
• Minimise project costs and enhance value for money while achieving quality standards.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Housing or residential projects

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Understanding of JCT contracts

Technical understanding of house building

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Job Title

Quantity Surveyor

Location

East Midlands, Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

Job Type

Permanent, Expected to work Full‑time hours Monday–Friday

Primary Industry

Construction – Housing / Residential

Salary

£55,000 - £60,000 per annum

Benefits

• Car allowance / company car
• Generous bonus scheme
• Fuel allowance
• Private pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Additional benefits
• Further development and training
• Career progression to Senior QS within 12‑18 months

Skills

Quantity Surveying, Housing or residential projects

Experience with contracts including JCT contracts

Good technical understanding of house building

Overview

A growing medium‑sized housing developer is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their Nottingham office. Due to expansion and a strong pipeline of new sites, they are seeking someone to support their commercial function.

Job Duties

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures. They will seek to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Driving Licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field is desired but not essential

Experience

Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably in housing or residential projects.

Experience with JCT contracts

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Working Conditions

The role will be based in the Nottingham office with occasional travel to project sites. The Quantity Surveyor will work full‑time hours, with some flexibility required to meet project deadlines.

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If you are interested in this position, please apply and our consultant will call you to discuss it further.