Senior Quantity Surveyor

Caval Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial management for various residential developments in West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will leverage over 5 years of experience to manage multiple sites efficiently, mentor junior surveyors, and ensure tender processes align with financial controls. This role offers a substantial car allowance, annual bonus, and generous leave. The firm is noted for its commitment to sustainable housing and community-focused developments, backed by 150 years of expertise.

Benefits

£5.5k car allowance or company car

Annual bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven history of successfully working on residential/mixed-tenure new build development projects.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Senior/Lead Quantity Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple residential developments.
• Support and mentor assistant and junior surveyors.
• Manage procurement strategies and tender processes.
• Prepare and analyse tender returns and construction cost reports.
• Monitor and report all cost movements and financial performance.

Skills

Strong commercial and financial acumen

Budget management and cost control expertise

Confident negotiation and subcontract management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong IT and numerical ability

Analytical, methodical and detail-focused approach

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Effective team player with mentoring capability

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS / working towards

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Project: £20m + Various residential housing developments (80 - 100 + units)
Location: West Yorkshire
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Commercial Manager

Why Join?

Long term opportunity with a well established residential housebuilder
£5.5k car allowance or company car
Annual bonus
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

What We're Looking For

• Relevant Qualifications:
  Degree in Quantity Surveying
  RICS / working towards - desirable but not essential
• Experience:
  Proven history of successfully working on various residential / mixed‑tenure new build development projects.
  Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working for a market leading construction contractor or subcontractor operating as a Senior / Lead Quantity Surveyor.
• Key Skills:
  Strong commercial and financial acumen
  Budget management and cost control expertise
  Confident negotiation and subcontract management skills
  Excellent verbal and written communication
  Strong IT and numerical ability
  Analytical, methodical and detail‑focused approach
  Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  Effective team player with mentoring capability

About the Company

Our client is a distinguished leader in the UK construction and housebuilding industry, backed by over 150 years of expertise in delivering exceptional homes and community focused developments. Renowned for their trusted brands, the company excels in creating a diverse range of properties, from affordable housing to luxury residences. As a responsible developer, their mission is to collaborate closely with partners to deliver sustainable homes, foster thriving communities, and generate meaningful social value. Operating across 26 regions, they are committed to leaving a lasting, positive legacy in every project they undertake.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for residential developments across West Yorkshire. You will manage multiple sites concurrently, working closely with construction, technical and land teams to ensure developments are delivered efficiently, commercially and in line with programme expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple residential developments
• Support, mentor and manage assistant and junior surveyors
• Attend design, development and project meetings to advise on cost implications
• Manage procurement strategies and tender processes
• Prepare and analyse tender returns and construction cost reports
• Establish start‑on‑site budgets and ongoing cost forecasts
• Negotiate subcontract packages and place orders within budget
• Manage variations, development changes and purchaser extras
• Monitor and report all cost movements and financial performance
• Prepare CVRs, valuations, cost‑to‑complete and cash flow forecasts
• Manage subcontractor payments, applications and final accounts
• Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting systems
• Provide commercial advice to site teams and senior management
• Ensure financial controls and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Support recruitment, development reviews and succession planning within the team
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the wider business