Quantity Surveyor

THE PEOPLE POD LIMITED; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Pod Limited is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery on North West housing developments. You will work with the construction and commercial teams to manage costs from procurement through to final accounts.

The role requires strong budgeting, CVR and subcontract management skills, with opportunities to own developments and progress within a growing division. Basic salary up to £60,000 plus car allowance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in housebuilding or residential contractor work delivering new-build homes.
• Ability to prepare CVRs, budgets and cost forecasts.
• Strong procurement, negotiation and subcontract account management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial delivery across housing developments from pre-start through to final account.
• Prepare development budgets, monthly CVRs, cashflow forecasts and cost-to-complete reports.
• Manage subcontract procurement, including tender enquiries, comparisons, negotiations and appointments.
• Assess subcontractor applications, manage payments and agree final accounts.
• Monitor site expenditure, report cost movements and identify opportunities to protect margins.
• Manage variations, contractual notices and change control throughout each development.
• Work with Construction and Technical teams to resolve issues and keep delivery within budget.
• Review drawings, specifications and build costs to identify risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and housing clients.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and contribute to reporting improvements.

Skills

Housebuilding

Budgeting

CVRs

Subcontract management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Quantity Surveyor North West Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance

A growing construction company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join its housebuilding arm, delivering new-build homes for Registered Providers alongside some open-market housing across the North West. You will work closely with the commercial and construction teams, manage costs from procurement through to final account and build strong subcontractor relationships. This is an opportunity to take ownership of your developments, broaden your experience and progress within an ambitious business.

Key Responsibilities

Manage commercial delivery across housing developments from pre-start through to final account

Prepare development budgets, monthly CVRs, cashflow forecasts and cost-to-complete reports

Manage subcontract procurement, including tender enquiries, comparisons, negotiations and appointments

Assess subcontractor applications, manage payments and agree final accounts

Monitor site expenditure, report cost movements and identify opportunities to protect margins

Manage variations, contractual notices and change control throughout each development

Work closely with Construction and Technical teams to resolve issues and keep delivery within budget

Review drawings, specifications and build costs to identify risks and value engineering opportunities

Build effective relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and housing clients

Maintain accurate commercial records and contribute to improvements in reporting and processes

What We're Looking For

Quantity Surveying experience within housebuilding or a residential contractor delivering new-build homes

Good understanding of traditional housing construction, build costs and subcontract packages

Ability to manage development costs and competing priorities

Experience preparing CVRs, budgets and cost forecasts

Strong procurement, negotiation and subcontract account management skills

Working knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT and subcontract terms

A practical, proactive approach and confidence working with site teams

Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred

What's In It For You

Basic salary up to £60,000

Benefits package

Ownership of commercial delivery across new-build housing schemes

Opportunity to broaden your experience within a growing division

Clear progression towards Senior Quantity Surveyor

Support from an experienced commercial and leadership team