Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Ivy Resource Group; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist property services agency based in Gloucester is looking for a Senior Estimator / Surveyor. This permanent role involves managing the financial aspects of projects ranging from £10,000 to £500,000. Ideal candidates will have strong estimating and quantity surveying experience in related sectors, knowledge of construction technology, and excellent IT skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car or allowance, health insurance, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Health insurance for employee and spouse

Company pension

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating and quantity surveying in relevant sectors.
• Good knowledge of JCT Contracts and schedule of rates.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and cost plans for projects.
• Carry out site measurements and calculate accurate quantities.
• Manage variations and final account agreements.

Skills

Estimating experience

Quantity surveying

Construction technology knowledge

IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Teamwork

Education

Professional qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)

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.

Submit your CV

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