Senior Quantity Surveyor

Hill & Hill Recruitment Ltd; Borough of Spelthorne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South East housebuilder is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage all commercial aspects of a major residential development. This hybrid role offers flexibility with a competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000 plus package. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in residential developments, strong construction contract knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a quantity surveyor on residential developments.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement.
• Experience managing large scale residential projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of the residential development.
• Prepare and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts.
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with subcontractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Cost management

Collaboration

Education

RICS qualification or working towards it

Job description

Location: West Sussex or Kent office with travel to site in Surrey

Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per annum plus package

Working Pattern: Hybrid - two days in the office, two days on site, one day working from home

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading South East housebuilder for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a major residential development in Surrey. The successful candidate will manage all commercial aspects of the project, working closely with project managers, contractors and design teams. This hybrid role offers a combination of office, site and home-based work, providing variety and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of the residential development from pre construction to completion
• Prepare and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers
• Measure and value variations and ensure accurate progress claims
• Monitor and report on cost, risk and programme to senior management
• Liaise with project managers, design teams and contractors to ensure delivery on budget
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior quantity surveyors
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a quantity surveyor on residential developments
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and cost management
• Experience managing large scale residential or affordable housing projects is desirable
• RICS qualification or working towards it preferred
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across office, site and external stakeholders
• Commercially minded and proactive

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary £80,000 to £90,000 plus package
• Hybrid working with office, site and home based flexibility
• Opportunity to work on a high profile residential development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Career development and progression opportunities

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV directly