Quantity Surveyor - Residential

Location

Tooting Bec (South London)

Salary

£45-£65k + package (variable depending on experience level) 

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established residential developer / main contractor delivering high-quality new build housing schemes. The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring cost control, value engineering and commercial performance across developments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor with experience in volume housing or residential developments to progress within a growing business delivering multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

Managing all commercial and contractual aspects of residential construction projects.

Preparing cost plans, budgets and feasibility studies for new developments.

Procurement and management of subcontractor packages.

Preparing and issuing tender documentation.

Carrying out subcontractor negotiations and appointments.

Managing valuations, variations and interim payments.

Monitoring project costs and reporting against budgets.

Producing monthly cost reports and forecasts.

Identifying and implementing value engineering opportunities.

Managing risk and commercial performance across projects.

Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and programme.

Managing final accounts with subcontractors and clients.

Liaising with site teams, project managers and senior commercial staff.

Required Experience

Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within residential construction.

Experience on new build housing developments (volume housing, housing schemes, apartments or mixed-use residential).

Experience working for a housebuilder, residential developer or main contractor.

Strong understanding of JCT contracts.

Experience managing subcontractor procurement and accounts.

Ability to manage multiple packages or projects simultaneously.

Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV or for more information contact Jenny in our Cambridge office