Quantity Surveyor
Luxury Residential Development (15 Units)
Chelmsford, Essex
Full-Time | Fixed-Term (18-24 Months)
A private, well-funded developer is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a prestigious luxury development comprising 15 high-value new-build homes (c. £1.5m+ per unit). to manage all trade packages end-to-end. This is a site-led role with real autonomy and responsibility.
The Project
15 individual luxury houses
Phased, staggered construction (rolling programme over ~18-24 months)
Multiple specialist and trade subcontract packages
Mix of JCT and bespoke subcontract agreements depending on scope complexityKey Responsibilities
Full commercial and cost management of all subcontract packages
Procurement, tendering, bid analysis and contract award
Site measurement, monthly valuations and payment certification
Variation capture, pricing, negotiation and instruction
Cost reporting, forecasting and budget control
Contract administration (JCT and bespoke subcontracts)
Final accounts, dispute avoidance and value engineering
Liaison with site team, designers, finance and funder QS
Requirements
5+ years' QS experience (residential / housing preferred)
Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and subcontract management
Experience managing multiple trade packages through to final account
Excellent Excel and commercial reporting skills
Confident, organised and able to work autonomously on site
The Opportunity
High-quality, design-led residential scheme
Direct access to decision-makers
Strong client and secure funding
Genuine ownership of the commercial function