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Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: South West (Bristol)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent with time split between home, office and site.
Salary: £60,000 plus car or allowance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic Commercial team responsible for delivering high-quality residential developments on budget and on schedule. You'll play a key role in cost-effective building, overseeing commercial and surveying responsibilities for a designated site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all commercial and surveying aspects on site, ensuring budgets and valuations are effectively controlled and cost targets are met.
  • Maintain and update cost control procedures, including monthly cost reconciliation and cash-flow analysis. 
  • Contribute to early-stage design options to ensure projects remain within budget. 
  • Prepare tenders, procure sub-contractors and materials, and handle subcontractor recommendations. 
  • Evaluate and agree on subcontractor variations, managing approvals within budget constraints. 
  • Attend project and team meetings and present commercial updates.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal procedures. 

About You:

  • Relevant construction/quantity surveying qualification (HND level or higher). 
  • Strong commercial and cost control experience within a housebuilding or construction environment. 
  • High numeracy and excellent attention to detail. 
  • Proficient IT skills and familiarity with commercial project systems. 
  • Clear and effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate initiative, and solve commercial issues. 

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme. 
  • Private medical cover and comprehensive benefits package. 
  • 26 days annual leave (increasing with service). 
  • Flexible benefits and family-friendly policies. 

 

For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian on 07969 972412 or rhian@thornbaker.co.uk

 

 

 

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