Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Ivy Resource Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A property services specialist is seeking a Senior Estimator / Surveyor based in Gloucester. The successful candidate will manage project costs from £10,000 to £500,000, requiring experience in estimating and quantity surveying, good knowledge of construction technology, and strong IT skills. The role offers a competitive salary with benefits including a company car, health insurance, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Fuel card

Health insurance

Company pension

Life insurance

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating and quantity surveying within insurance sectors.
• Good knowledge of JCT Contracts and measured-term contracts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and cost plans.
• Carry out site measurements and review drawings.
• Compile and submit quotations and negotiate sums.
• Prepare valuations and manage variations.

Skills

Estimating and quantity surveying experience

Knowledge of construction technology

Excellent IT skills

Teamwork ability

Education

Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Opportunity - Senior Estimator / Surveyor | Gloucester | Competitive Salary + Package

Ivy Resource Group is recruiting for a Senior Estimator / Surveyor to join a specialist property services division based in Gloucester. This is a permanent opportunity within a well‑established and profitable team focused on delivering high‑quality insurance‑related repair and reinstatement works.

The Company

Our client operates a successful Property Services Division delivering a range of projects following events such as floods, fires, escapes of water, and other building‑related issues. Projects range from domestic properties to multi‑occupancy residential, educational, industrial and commercial buildings. The division carries out both negotiated and tendered works, with strong, long‑term relationships across clients, consultants and subcontractors.

The Role

As Senior Estimator / Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of multiple projects ranging from £10,000 to £500,000 (negotiated and tendered) and measured‑term/schedule of rates projects from £20,000 to £100,000. The role requires a commercially minded professional who thrives in a collaborative, team‑focused environment and can confidently manage projects from pre‑construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and cost plans for tendered and negotiated projects
• Carry out site measurements and review drawings to calculate accurate quantities
• Compile and submit quotations and negotiate contract sums
• Prepare valuations, forecasts, interim and final invoices
• Manage variations and final account agreements
• Procure and manage subcontractor packages including orders, payments and variations
• Attend site and team meetings, maintain accurate project records
• Support the Contracts Managers and Site Managers to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget
• Provide commercial and contractual advice across the team

Requirements

• Proven experience in estimating and quantity surveying, ideally within insurance‑related reinstatement or small‑works sectors
• Good knowledge of construction technology, JCT Contracts and schedule of rates/measured‑term contracts
• Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a close‑knit team
• A professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) in a relevant field is desirable
• Based within 45 minutes of Gloucester, with flexibility to work from site, office and home

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Fuel card
• Health insurance for employee and spouse
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Generous holiday allowance

How to Apply

If you're looking for a long‑term opportunity with a stable and supportive team, this is the role for you. Please apply with your CV and covering letter. References will be required for the successful applicant.

How to apply

• Submit your CV
• Call / Text / Whatsapp Robbie on #removed# for a confidential conversation.

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.