Quantity Surveyor, Exeter, boutique construction contractor and property developer
Location: Exeter, Devon
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Contractor Type: Residential Construction
Reporting To: Commercial Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £40-£60k per annum (depending on experience), plus pension and company benefits
The Opportunity
A small bespoke construction property company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager overseeing two live residential projects and working on pre-construction for up-and-coming schemes in the pipeline. This is an office-based role with weekly visits to sites in North Devon. Consisting of a 100-unit water fronted development and the private sale of apartments in a listed building.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial management of major subcontract packages (e.g. M&E, façade, groundworks, structural frame)
Preparation and management of tender processes for allocated packages
Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration
Valuations, variations, and change management
Accurate cost reporting and forecasting, supporting monthly CVRs
Management of interim payments and final accounts
Ensuring contractual compliance and managing risk and opportunity within packages
Supporting the Commercial Manager in all day-to-day commercial functions
Contributing to cost control, reporting systems, and overall project delivery efficiency Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working on residential new build or refurbishment projects for a small to medium sized contractor or residential developer.
Demonstrable experience managing subcontract packages end-to-end
Strong knowledge of the residential sector
Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills
Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Why Join this company?
Join a growing bespoke property business in the heart of Exeter.
Cash rich business
Chance to grow with the company and follow a promotional route to senior level.
Work alongside a strong, commercial, pre-con and delivery team
Professional, high-quality working environment on a technically complex and rewarding project