Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor

Avocet recruitment ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Exeter is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in housebuilding to lead commercial responsibilities for large-scale sites. This role requires expertise in cost control, budgeting, and efficient procurement management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and effective communication abilities. Join a dynamic environment focused on delivering high-quality homes at optimal cost.

Benefits

Excellent package

Scope for development

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• HND qualification (or higher) in a relevant field and a valid CSCS card.
• Proven experience in a similar role ideally as a Quantity Surveyor in housebuilding.
• Strong knowledge of current market rates and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Control cost procedures and manage budgets ensuring valuations are accurate.
• Lead value engineering to ensure cost-effective projects.
• Prepare reports and present commercial positions at meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Budget management

Leadership

Communication skills

Value engineering

Education

HND qualification in a relevant field

Tools

Project management systems (e.g., COINS)

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Housebuilding

Excellent Scope for Development

Strong Project pipeline with sales

Excellent package

Local projects (Devon)

We're looking for a sharp, proactive Commercial Manager to lead the commercial and surveying responsibilities for large-scale sites, ensuring cost control, managing budgets, and driving value engineering. This is an exciting, fast-paced role at the heart of our operations, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality homes at the best possible cost.

As part of our Commercial team (Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, and Material Buyers), you'll be responsible for managing costs across multiple sites (200+ units), preparing tenders, controlling budgets, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. You'll work closely with sub‑contractors, manage procurement processes, and support your team with training and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Control cost procedures, manage budgets, and ensure valuations are accurate and up-to-date.
• Lead value engineering to ensure projects remain cost-effective while meeting design objectives.
• Prepare reports and financial documents, and present commercial positions at project meetings.
• Oversee procurement, sub‑contractor management, and ensure compliance with Group policies.
• Train, mentor, and manage your team, helping them grow and thrive in their roles.
• Stay ahead of the market with knowledge of new materials, methods, and regulations (NHBC, Building Regs, etc.).
• Collaborate with teams across departments to maintain project budgets and timelines.

What You'll Need

• HND qualification (or higher) in a relevant field and a valid CSCS card.
• Proven experience in a similar role (ideally as a Quantity Surveyor in housebuilding).
• Strong knowledge of current market rates, construction methods, and regulations.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage budgets and valuations effectively.
• Strong IT skills, including project management and payment systems (e.g., COINS).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a team.
• Solid understanding of cost control, budgeting, and value engineering processes.

If you're looking for a dynamic role where you can make an impact, grow your career, and help us deliver the best homes at the best value, we'd love to hear from you.

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