Quantity Surveyor / Buyer

Building Careers UK; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential development firm in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Buyer. You will manage subcontractor procurement, budget creation, and commercial reporting across multiple housing developments. The role offers a salary of £50k-£65k plus an attractive benefits package, including a car allowance and pension. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality housing schemes.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Career progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Buyer role.
• Strong working knowledge of subcontract procurement and CVRs.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create development-specific budgets and cost plans.
• Manage subcontract and supplier procurement.
• Monitor and report on budgets and final accounts.

Skills

Subcontract procurement

Budget management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

HND in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Title: Quantity Surveyor / Buyer - Residential - 50k- 65k + Package - Lancashire

Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected residential developer with a strong presence across the North West. Known for delivering high-quality housing schemes, they operate with a tight-knit and collaborative team culture. The business continues to thrive and is now looking to strengthen its commercial team with the addition of a Quantity Surveyor/Buyer.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Buyer to take on a dual-role position, combining key responsibilities from both procurement and cost management. Working closely with Land, Technical, Construction, Sales, and Finance teams, you will be instrumental in ensuring cost-effective project delivery across multiple housing developments. This is a varied and hands-on role that will see you involved in everything from budget creation to subcontractor procurement and commercial reporting.

Responsibilities will include:

• Creating development-specific budgets and cost plans.

• Managing subcontract and supplier procurement, tendering, negotiation, and appointment.

• Monitoring and reporting on budgets, cost-to-complete, and final accounts through CVRs.

• Attending site meetings and working closely with the build team to resolve subcontractor and supplier queries.

• Identifying cost savings and value engineering opportunities through alternative specifications.

• Maintaining accurate records of tender documentation, variation orders, and payment schedules.

• Supporting the Finance team with costing, checking, and monthly reporting.

• Mentoring and supporting junior commercial staff as needed.

• Contributing to continuous business improvement through proactive communication and ideas.

• Ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures, and systems (including Microsoft Teams-based document management).

• Preparing customer upgrade quotations and evaluating cost implications of specification changes.

What you will need to succeed:

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveyor or Buyer role within a residential housebuilding environment.

• Strong working knowledge of subcontract procurement, budget management, and CVRs.

• HND (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or a related field.

• A full UK driving licence.

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and commercial systems.

• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage workload independently and meet project deadlines.

• Strong organisational skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

What you get in return:

• A competitive salary of 50,000 - 65,000, dependent on experience.

• Attractive benefits package including car allowance, pension, and bonus scheme.

• Supportive and collaborative team culture where your ideas and input are valued.

• Opportunity to work on quality residential developments across the Lancashire and wider North West region.

• Career progression and personal development within a successful and growing business.

Apply now to join a forward-thinking residential developer where you can make a real impact across both the buying and surveying functions.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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