Job Reference: JJ JerSQSLocation: Jersey, Channel Islands, JerseyType of Contract: PermanentSalary: 0
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Jersey
Build your career on solid ground with Dandara.
Join Dandara’s long-established and rapidly growing Jersey team and take the lead in delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments that define the Island’s landscape.
The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a key role within our commercial team, overseeing the financial management of multiple developments. You’ll take ownership of cost control, forecasting, and contractual strategy — ensuring every project runs efficiently, on time, and within budget.
If you’re relocating from the UK or Ireland, we can support you with accommodation arrangements (subject to local regulations and individual circumstances).
What you’ll do
From feasibility through to completion, you’ll drive the commercial success of each project.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and managing site budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
* Leading subcontract procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation.
* Managing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
* Providing commercial guidance to project and site teams.
* Liaising with engineers, buyers, and consultants to maintain cost efficiency.
* Attending regular progress meetings and presenting to Directors.
What you’ll bring
* A relevant qualification and strong residential or mixed-use project experience.
* Proven ability to manage large-scale developments with minimal supervision.
* Excellent cost control and commercial acumen.
* Proficiency in Excel and Word; experience with tools such as CostX or Bluebeam is a plus.
* A proactive, collaborative approach and confidence leading others.
* An interest in innovation — experience with AI-assisted tools like ChatGPT is advantageous.
Life in Jersey
Jersey offers an exceptional quality of life — a stunning coastal landscape, excellent schools, modern infrastructure, and a welcoming, family-friendly community. Just an hour from London, it combines the advantages of island living with the career opportunities of a thriving economy.
Why Dandara?
Since 1988, Dandara has been designing and building award-winning homes and commercial properties. With over 12,000 properties delivered across the UK, Jersey, and the Isle of Man — and more than 100 industry awards — we’ve built a reputation for quality, value, and service.
What’s in it for you
* Competitive salary and package
* 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance (3x salary, with option to increase to 4x)
* Employee assistance programme
* Retail, leisure, and restaurant discounts
* Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
* Long service recognition payments