Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Salary: £79k base + £6k car
Location: North East
The Company
We are one of the UK’s leading national housebuilders, delivering high-quality new homes in well-connected locations. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, they are proud to be shaping thriving communities across the country.
Due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of residential developments, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial team.
The Role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for multiple residential projects, ensuring cost control, financial reporting, and the procurement of subcontractors is carried out to the highest standard.
You’ll be working within a supportive commercial team and closely alongside construction, technical, and sales departments to ensure smooth project delivery and maximum return on investment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the full lifecycle of cost planning and control across multiple housing developments
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Prepare tender packages, manage procurement, and oversee subcontractor negotiations
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Regularly report on project budgets, forecasts, and variations
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Liaise with site teams to monitor progress and address commercial risks
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Contribute to value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
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Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and internal processes
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Maintain accurate records using COINS software
About You
They are looking for someone commercially astute and highly organised, with excellent stakeholder communication skills and a proven track record in residential development.
Essential Criteria:
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Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UK housebuilding industry
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Strong working knowledge of COINS software
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Experience delivering volume residential schemes (traditionally built and/or timber frame)
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Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (RICS accreditation desirable)
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Strong contract knowledge (JCT and bespoke forms)
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Excellent negotiation, analytical, and reporting skills
What They Offer
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Competitive salary package
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Company car or car allowance
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Annual bonus scheme
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Pension & private healthcare
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Career development and training opportunities
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A supportive and collaborative work environment