Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Stockport (Office-based with weekly site visits)

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Company Car or £5,000 Car Allowance

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Sector:
Residential House building

Our client is seeking a driven and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a growing residential developer based in Stockport, working on high-quality, low-volume developments (20-30 plots per site) of £500K+ 3-5 bed detached homes and mews properties.

This role offers clear progression and promotion opportunities, with a secure pipeline of work and immediate live projects ready for you to take ownership of.

• Manage project budgets and cost control from pre-start to completion
• Conduct subcontractor tender analysis and selection
• CVRs, valuations, and payment processes using COINS software
• Attend weekly site visits to liaise with Site Managers and subcontractors, identifying and resolving commercial issues
• Help appraise land in collaboration with Land Directors and Pre-Development Surveyor
• Work closely with in-house engineers, designers, and development teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Take part in pre-start meetings to brief departments on scheme particulars and challenges
• Produce cost to complete reports and monthly/quarterly valuations
• Procure and manage subcontractors and suppliers, including holding new subcontractor meetings
• Manage client extras pricing
• Monitor and manage contra-charges against subcontractors
• Provide commercial feedback to the Commercial Director
• Attend Surveyor Team and Development meetings
• Provide feedback on drawing issues, amendments, and site-specific queries
• Assist with compiling and updating development specifications for both new and existing sites

• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within residential house building
• Proficient in COINS software (particularly CVRs, payments, and evaluations)
• Strong commercial awareness with a keen eye for value through tendering and subcontractor negotiation
• Ability to work independently and take initiative with decision-making
• Comfortable liaising across departments, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential for site visits)

• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000
• Company Car or £5,000 Car Allowance
• Fast-track promotion opportunity within 12 months
• Regular site exposure and direct access to senior leadership
• Long-term job security with a robust pipeline and confirmed start dates
• Supportive, collaborative working environment