Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Construction) – Suffolk
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Salary:
£40,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
Location:
Suffolk
The Opportunity
A well-established construction contractor in Suffolk is looking to strengthen their
Pre-Construction team
with the addition of a skilled
Quantity Surveyor (PQS level). This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a consultancy or contractor background who is confident working at the
pre-construction and feasibility stage
of projects.
You will be involved from the very start of schemes, working on a diverse portfolio of projects with a particular focus on
office-to-residential conversions and residential developments. This role offers the chance to influence design and cost decisions early in the project lifecycle, making a real impact on project success.
What You'll Be Doing
Preparing feasibility studies, cost plans, and detailed estimates.
Leading procurement and tendering processes during pre-construction.
Advising on value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
Supporting the design and project teams with commercial input.
Producing accurate budgets and reports for senior management.
Ensuring projects are financially viable before moving to site stage.
What We're Looking For
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
Experience working as a
PQS
or in a
pre-construction / estimating role .
Strong background in
residential projects, ideally including
office-to-residential conversions .
Excellent commercial and analytical skills.
Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, consultants, and project teams.
Ambitious and proactive, with a focus on delivering results.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary in the region of
£40,000 – £55,000
(depending on experience).
Opportunity to be a key member of the
Pre-Construction team, shaping early project decisions.
Exposure to a pipeline of unique, high-quality residential schemes.
Long-term career progression and professional development.
Supportive working environment with a strong team culture.
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