Managing Quantity Surveyor

About the company:

Our client, a UK-based housebuilder, specializes in crafting sustainable and modern homes. With a diverse range of properties and innovative schemes, they strive to make homeownership more accessible.

They emphasize contemporary open-plan layouts, ample natural light, and energy-efficient designs to help reduce utility costs, all while showcasing unique and modern architecture.

This company is dedicated to creating not just houses, but vibrant communities that reflect modern lifestyles, with a strong focus on sustainability and exceptional design.

About the opportunity:

We are seeking an individual to perform the following:

• Lead a team of quantity surveyors in estimating construction project costs.
• Oversee financial and contractual aspects, including the preparation of bills of quantities.
• Assist in managing project financing and material procurement.
• Actively seek opportunities to enhance processes and procedures.
• Ensure the supply chain is effectively engaged with appropriate contract terms and conditions.
• Foster strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and collaboration.
• Manage subcontract letting, negotiations, and financial accounting.

About the benefits and rewards:

The salary will be dependent on the level of exposure to the residential industry. The company offers excellent opportunities and offers a basic salary in the region of up to 85k DOE. In addition to the basic salary there will be further company benefits including company car or car allowance, private medical cover and a discretionary bonus.

About the requirements:

• A Senior Quantity Surveyor who has experience working for a residential developer looking to step up.
• Experience in managing a team for Surveyors, including trainees and assistants.
• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis
• Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on their initiative
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to encourage and support junior members of the Commercial Team
• COINS Experience preferred.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion.