Quantity Surveyor – UK Leading Housebuilder
Salary – Up to £65,000 (Depending on Experience) + Car Allowance, Pension, Health
Location: Guildford
About the Company:
My client have been established as a housebuilder for over 60 years and currently have regional office bases throughout the UK. They are recognised as the highest quality major national housebuilder, having been awarded an exclusive ‘5 Star Housebuilder Award’ by the Homebuilders Federation. Projects to date range vastly in terms of specification and construction technique dependant on the location of the regional office. Major projects include multi-unit RC frame structures in Central London as well as town and village regeneration and low rise traditional build housing.
About the Role:
As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing all aspects of the commercial and cost management of our residential developments—from pre-construction through to final account. You’ll work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and the wider commercial department to ensure developments are delivered on budget, on time, and to the highest quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents
* Procure subcontractors and manage payments, variations, and valuations
* Monitor project progress and report on financial performance
* Support value engineering and cost control processes
* Maintain excellent relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Candidate Requirements:
* Must have a minimum of 5 years Quantity Surveying experience
* Quantity surveying/commercial management qualification
* Experience working for a residential developer
* Must have residential build experience
* Must be able to demonstrate job loyalty
* Commitment to diversity and inclusion
About the Benefits and Reward:
* Basic salary of up to £65,000 (depending on experience)
* Company Car Allowance
* Pension
* Healthcare