In brief
This quantity surveyor role manages the commercial and financial aspects of residential construction projects. The work involves controlling project budgets, overseeing subcontractor procurement, and producing detailed cost reports to ensure developments remain within financial targets.
Non-negotiable
Previous quantity surveying experience within the housebuilding or residential construction sector required.
Worth knowing
Hybrid working is available where operationally appropriate.
What you need
Required
Quantity surveying
Clearly required in the listing
Commercial management
Clearly required in the listing
Cost control
Clearly required in the listing
Subcontractor procurement
Clearly required in the listing
Budget management
Clearly required in the listing
Building Regulations knowledge
Clearly required in the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
Stakeholder management
Strongly implied by the listing
Microsoft Excel
Clearly stated in the job description.
Preferred
COINS
Clearly stated in the job description.
Your day-to-day
Manage project budgets and valuations
Clearly stated in the job description.
Produce commercial reports
Clearly stated in the job description.
Procure subcontractors and services
Clearly stated in the job description.
Process subcontractor payments
Clearly stated in the job description.
Lead value-engineering exercises
Clearly stated in the job description.
Ensure regulatory compliance
Clearly stated in the job description.
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
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 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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