Quantity Surveyor

EA Associates are working with a prestigious contract housebuilder who are looking to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a large-scale residential scheme in Chelmsford.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded business, delivering a flagship development with long-term work secured. You will be site-based, working as part of a dedicated project team and playing a key role in the commercial success of the scheme.

The role will suit a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who is comfortable being hands-on and working closely with operational teams on site.

The Role:
Working as part of a site-based team, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of the project, ensuring cost control, value, and efficiency are maintained throughout. Given the stage and scale of the development, a strong understanding of groundworks and infrastructure packages would be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:

* Managing the commercial aspects of a large residential development

* Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, and the wider site team

* Procurement of subcontractors and package management, with a strong focus on groundworks and early-phase packages

* Preparing and managing valuations, variations, and final accounts

* Cost reporting, forecasting, and budget control

* Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities

* Monitoring subcontractor performance and payments

* Supporting the project to ensure it is delivered within budget and programme

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within housebuilding or main contracting

* Experience working on site as part of a delivery team

* Strong understanding of construction processes and cost control

* Good knowledge of groundworks and infrastructure packages highly beneficial

* Strong communication and negotiation skills

What’s on offer:

* Excellent salary and package

* Long-term, stable project with a respected developer

* Strong progression opportunities within the business

* Supportive and well-structured team environment

For more information or to apply, please contact Rupert at EA Associates. Many of our roles are filled prior to advertising, so even if this position isn’t quite right, we welcome a confidential discussion regarding off-market opportunities or to ensure you are on our radar for future roles. All enquiries are handled in the strictest confidence