Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
You will be joining a five-star housebuilder with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality homes across the UK. The business combines industry expertise, modern technology and a customer-focused approach to deliver quality residential developments.
The company offers a supportive and inclusive working environment where talented construction professionals can develop their careers and contribute to the delivery of much-needed new homes.

Your new role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial and surveying requirements of a residential development.
You will manage and control project costs, budgets and valuations while ensuring the development meets its financial targets. You will also oversee subcontractor procurement, payments, variations and commercial reporting, ensuring full compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Your key responsibilities will include:

Managing project budgets, valuations and estimated final costs
Producing accurate cost and value reconciliation reports
Maintaining commercial control throughout the development
Preparing weekly, monthly and quarterly commercial reports
Compiling site-start budgets in collaboration with internal departments
Completing detailed costings for each stage of the development
Monitoring costs, cash flow and contingency allowances
Leading value-engineering exercises to achieve best value
Preparing tenders and procuring subcontractors, materials and services
Producing subcontractor recommendations for approval
Processing subcontractor orders, payments and variations
Evaluating and agreeing variations within agreed budgetary limits
Using Excel and COINS to manage commercial information and payments
Presenting valuations and commercial updates at project and divisional meetings
Liaising with site teams and subcontractors to maximise productivity
Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, health and safety legislation and relevant industry standards
Remaining informed about new materials and construction methods

What you'll need to succeed
You will have previous quantity surveying experience within the housebuilding or residential construction sector, alongside a strong understanding of commercial management and cost-control procedures.
You will also require:

Experience managing the commercial requirements of residential developments
Strong knowledge of subcontractor procurement, payments and variations
The ability to manage budgets, valuations and cost reporting accurately
A good understanding of residential construction methods and materials
Knowledge of Building Regulations and NHBC requirements
Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills
Confidence using Microsoft Excel and commercial management systems
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
The ability to work effectively with site, sales, technical and commercial teams
A proactive approach to value engineering and controlling project costs
Experience using COINS would be advantageous.What you'll get in return

£40,000 - £60,000 DOE
Bonus scheme
Company car or cash allowance
Private medical cover
Annual medical health assessment
26 days' annual leave, increasing with continuous service up to 29 days
Choice of flexible benefits
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Hybrid working where operationally appropriate

What you need to do now
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