Job Description
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Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity within Housebuilding?
* Location: Kent
* Job Type: Full-time
* Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a dedicated Quantity Surveyor to join our client's team in Kent. This role is ideal for either an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor with house build experience or a strong Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to advance. The successful candidate will support both the commercial and construction teams to ensure successful project delivery for a well-established UK House Builder.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Implement commercial strategies to enhance project outcomes.
* Assist in preparing tenders, selecting subcontractors, negotiating and finalising orders, and managing financial and commercial aspects up to final account completion.
* Maintain accurate site records and ensure robust document control.
* Prepare forecasts, targets, and cost-value reconciliations.
* Conduct valuations and prepare variations with comprehensive records.
* Update and submit projected final accounts regularly.
* Liaise with and influence site management teams to ensure alignment with project goals.
* Maintain and protect commercial and contractual entitlements.
* Participate in cost value reconciliation (CVR) processes and maintain an independent view.
* Review project risks and opportunities, and develop strategies to address them.
* Develop an understanding of insurances and warranties relevant to the construction industry.
* Ensure effective cash management throughout the project lifecycle.
* Support tender processes as required and oversee the accuracy of work done by Assistant Quantity Surveyors (AQS) and Trainee Quantity Surveyors (TQS).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Degree-level education in a relevant field.
* Working towards relevant professional accreditation.
* Strong knowledge of JCT, letter and report writing, negotiation, CVRs, and contract/commercial appreciation.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in technology platforms relevant to the role.
* Familiarity with the Standard Method of Measurement.
* Strong commercial awareness and ownership.
* Effective time management, organisational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
* CIOB membership is desirable but not essential.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary in line with your experience.
* House purchase discount, new car schemes, and cycle to work incentives.
* A comprehensive benefits package that supports your lifestyle, health, and financial well-being. xsngvjr
To apply for the Quantity Surveyor position, please submit your CV as soon as possible, tailoring it to highlight your House Build / Residential experience. We are looking to arrange interviews WC 2nd March 2026.