Quantity Surveyor

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£45,000–£55,000 a year

Milton Keynes

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This Quantity Surveyor role supports the commercial delivery of a large-scale residential remediation and refurbishment project. The work involves managing subcontractor packages, monitoring project costs against budgets and collaborating with site teams to address complex building defects.

Best for

Assistant or established Quantity Surveyors seeking experience in residential remediation and refurbishment.

Worth knowing

This is an initial two-year fixed-term project role based primarily on-site.

What you need

Required

  • Subcontractor procurement

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Valuations

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Variations management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Cost control

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Organisational skills

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

  • High-rise experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Timber-frame experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Manage subcontractor packages

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor project costs

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Review subcontractor applications

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Track remedial variations

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Coordinate with site teams

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Administer resident decants

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Mid-level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek support from senior commercial colleagues.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum Location: Buckinghamshire / Bedfordshire Sector: Residential | High-Rise Remediation | Refurbishment We’re working with an established construction business looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to support a major residential remediation project. The project involves a large-scale residential development, with a focus on addressing existing building defects. This is a hands-on opportunity for a commercially minded QS to gain valuable experience on a complex, high-profile residential project, working closely with the on-site management and production teams. The initial role is expected to run for approximately two years, with the potential to explore further opportunities within the business as the project progresses. The Role Based primarily on site, you will support the commercial management of remedial works across a large residential development, helping to ensure works are delivered efficiently and in line with agreed budgets. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the commercial management of residential remediation and refurbishment works. Supporting the financial control of subcontractor packages, including procurement, valuations and payments. Monitoring project costs, variations and expenditure against agreed budgets. Reviewing subcontractor applications and assisting with cost reporting and forecasting. Managing and tracking variations associated with unforeseen defects and remedial works. Working closely with the site team, including the Site Manager, Design Coordinator and production staff. Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure costs and progress are accurately recorded. Supporting the management of remedial works relating to wet rot, dry rot and wider building defects. Assisting with the commercial administration of works involving resident decants and the subsequent return of residents to their properties. Reporting to and working alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor, who will provide commercial support and oversight. About You We are keen to speak with both Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors who are looking to develop their commercial experience within residential construction. Ideally, you will have: Experience working for a main contractor or residential developer. Exposure to residential new-build, refurbishment, remediation or maintenance projects. An understanding of subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations and cost control. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage commercial information accurately. A proactive approach and the confidence to work within a site-based team. The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek support from senior commercial colleagues. Experience on large-scale residential developments, particularly high-rise or timber-frame schemes, would be advantageous. The Package Salary of £45,000–£55,000, depending on experience. An opportunity to work on a substantial residential remediation project. Hands-on exposure to complex building defects and remedial works. Direct experience working alongside an established site team and Senior Quantity Surveyor. An anticipated two-year project, with the potential for future opportunities within the wider business

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