Quantity Surveyor Construction

ITS Construction Professionals South LTD; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established residential developer in the UK is looking to hire two experienced Quantity Surveyors to support their commercial team. The position offers a full commercial management role over residential construction projects, from pre-construction to post-completion. Candidates should have substantial experience in large-scale developments, excellent commercial judgment, and relevant qualifications. This role provides significant opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Holiday buy/sell and loyalty schemes

Ongoing training and career development

Social events

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale residential developments.
• Strong track record of commercial control from pre-construction to handover.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of construction legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of residential construction projects.
• Cost planning, forecasting and reporting throughout delivery.
• Valuing subcontract works, variations and material packages.
• Preparing CVRs and Cost to Complete reports.
• Supporting staffing and resourcing decisions.

Skills

Commercial control

Analytical capability

Communication skills

Detail-driven mindset

Construction software knowledge

Education

HNC or equivalent in construction or surveying

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

I'm currently working with a well-established residential developer who is entering a busy phase of growth and is looking to appoint two experienced Quantity Surveyors to join their commercial team. These are permanent opportunities offering involvement across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction and live delivery through to post-completion and defect cost management. The roles sit within a collaborative commercial function, working closely with site, technical, design and customer care teams.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of residential construction projects
• Cost planning, forecasting and reporting throughout delivery
• Reviewing contract documentation and subcontract appointments
• Valuing subcontract works, variations and material packages
• Preparing CVRs and Cost to Complete reports, identifying risk and opportunity
• Supporting staffing and resourcing decisions alongside project teams
• Assisting with post-completion defect cost control in liaison with customer care

Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale residential developments
• A strong track record of commercial control from pre-construction to handover
• HNC or equivalent in construction or surveying
• A Quantity Surveying degree (desirable)
• Strong commercial judgement and analytical capability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A detail-driven, solutions-focused mindset
• Confidence managing competing priorities under pressure
• Good working knowledge of construction legislation and regulations
• Experience using construction software and Microsoft Office

What’s on offer

• Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am - 5:00pm)
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Holiday buy/sell and loyalty schemes
• Ongoing training and career development
• Eyecare and supplier discount schemes
• Social events
• Free parking

How to apply

If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor open to a confidential discussion — or would like to hear more about the client and pipeline of work — feel free to get in touch. Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence or contact the office.

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