Elvet Recruitment has been appointed to recruit a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor on behalf of an established house builder based in County Durham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, offering long-term career development in a thriving business. About the Role: As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of a residential developments consisting of timber-frame dwellings and a small apartment block. You’ll play a key role in budgeting, cost control, subcontractor management, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare draft and site start budgets for allocated developments. * Produce quarterly valuations and material cost-to-complete exercises. * Manage subcontractor payments and final accounts, ensuring proper sign-off. * Issue subcontract orders in line with company policy and required documentation. * Conduct on-site measurements and assess contractor payments. * Attend and contribute to meetings with internal teams and external contractors. * Oversee subcontractor performance and maintain trade specifications. * Price customer extras and liaise with the sales team as needed. * Manage the Professional Fees Budget and assist with material buying. * Support land appraisals through take-offs and cost input. About You: We’re looking for a commercially astute and detail-oriented professional with: * Proven experience in quantity surveying within residential construction. * Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Xpedeon and Viewpoint/4Projects is a plus. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to manage your own workload and contribute to wider team goals. * Solid understanding of surveying, estimating, and financial return strategies. * Experience with cost reporting, procure-to-pay systems, and document management To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion