Quantity Surveyor

s1jobs; Stirling; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car / car allowance

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

A well-established and growing housebuilder in Stirling is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a varied portfolio of housing developments from inception through to final account.

You will be responsible for the commercial performance of multiple live projects, collaborating with the Commercial Manager, Technical, Construction and Buying teams to ensure on-budget delivery and high quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in housebuilding or residential construction.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent financial and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of residential developments from pre-construction through to final account.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets and financial forecasts.
• Procure subcontractors and suppliers, including tender analysis and negotiations.
• Prepare and administer subcontract documentation.
• Monitor project costs, valuations and cash flow.
• Assess subcontractor applications and prepare payment certificates.
• Identify, value and manage variations.
• Produce monthly cost reports and CVRs.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure projects remain commercially on track.
• Manage risk and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and commercial controls.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Financial analysis

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commercial management software

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and growing housebuilder delivering high-quality residential developments across Stirling. This role offers the chance to become part of a collaborative commercial team working on a varied portfolio of housing projects from inception through to final account.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple developments, ensuring projects are delivered on budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality and profitability.

The Role

The successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the commercial performance of several live housing developments, working closely with the Commercial Manager, Technical, Construction and Buying teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of residential developments from pre-construction through to final account.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets and financial forecasts.
• Procure subcontractors and suppliers, including tender analysis and negotiations.
• Prepare and administer subcontract documentation.
• Monitor project costs, valuations and cash flow.
• Assess subcontractor applications and prepare payment certificates.
• Identify, value and manage variations.
• Produce monthly cost reports and CVRs.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure projects remain commercially on track.
• Manage risk and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and commercial controls.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the housebuilding or residential construction sector.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial procedures.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong financial and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and commercial management software.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Annual bonus.
• Private healthcare.
• Pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work on high-quality residential developments

If you're a motivated Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a reputable residential developer, we'd love to hear from you.