Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location: West Midlands, Warwickshire, Warwick

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £45,000 - £58,000 per annum

Benefits: Car allowance or company car, fuel allowance, bonus scheme, fuel allowance, private pension scheme, private healthcare, flexible working from home.

A quality focused Housing Developer is expanding its commercial function due to a number of new projects commencing. This award-winning and culture-driven residential developer is renowned for its commitment to social value and offers flexible working arrangements including working from home.

Job Duties

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for new build housing projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the construction phase, identifying and managing any variances or risks.
• Undertake procurement activities including tender evaluation and negotiation with suppliers and subcontractors to secure best value.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts, ensuring timely submission and payment.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers and contractors to ensure financial and contractual compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of all contractual correspondence, variations and claims to support dispute resolution if required.
• Provide regular financial reports and forecasts to senior management to support informed decision making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety, environmental and quality standards on site.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, such as membership or working towards membership of a recognised professional body.
• Full UK driving licence, valid and clean.

Education

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the new build housing sector.
• Demonstrable experience in cost planning, procurement, contract administration and valuation within residential developments.
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously and managing priorities effectively.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of construction methods and materials relevant to new build housing.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in the use of industry-standard software for estimating, cost control and contract management.
• Good communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound knowledge of relevant UK construction legislation, procurement processes and contract forms.

Working Conditions

• Work primarily takes place on-site across various locations within Warwickshire and the West Midlands, with regular visits to construction sites.
• Flexible working arrangements including the option to work from home part of the week.
• Full-time hours with occasional need to work outside standard hours to meet project deadlines.
• Use of company vehicle or car allowance to travel between sites.
• Work environment involves exposure to typical construction site conditions, requiring adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.