Senior Quantity Surveyor – Housing
📍 Derby, East Midlands
💰 Competitive Salary + Package
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and highly respected residential developer operating across the East Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful commercial team delivering high-quality housing developments, with clear long-term progression and stability within the business.
The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for multiple residential developments from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with operational and technical teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
This position would suit an established Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in housebuilding or residential construction, looking to join a collaborative and forward-thinking business.
Key Responsibilities
* Full commercial management of residential developments
* Preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
* Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
* Preparation, negotiation, and agreement of subcontractor accounts
* Monitor project expenditure and identify commercial risks and opportunities
* Produce accurate monthly valuations and financial reporting
* Work closely with site teams to maintain cost control and programme alignment
* Assist in tender analysis and procurement strategy
* Ensure contractual compliance and effective risk management
* Mentor and support junior commercial staff where required
* Final account negotiation and project close-out
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential construction / housebuilding
* Strong understanding of commercial processes across the full project lifecycle
* Experience managing multiple housing developments simultaneously
* Excellent knowledge of subcontract procurement and cost management
* Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
* Strong contractual and commercial awareness
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Organised, commercially driven, and proactive approach
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-quality residential developments
* Long-term career progression within an established business
* Stable pipeline of work across the East Midlands region
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to mentor and influence the wider commercial team
If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity within the housing sector, we would welcome a confidential conversation