Quantity Surveyor – New Build Residential
Quantity Surveyor – New Build Residential (Volume Housebuilding)
Location: Slough, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a successful and growing residential developer delivering high-volume new-build housing projects across the Slough and Berkshire region.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with proven experience in volume housebuilding who is looking to play a key role in managing costs and maximising project profitability from inception through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing all commercial aspects of multiple new-build residential developments.
* Preparing and managing budgets, cost plans, and forecasts.
* Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
* Preparing tender documentation and carrying out tender analysis.
* Negotiating subcontract agreements and managing subcontractor accounts.
* Monitoring project costs, valuations, variations, and cash flow.
* Producing monthly cost/value reconciliation reports.
* Managing payments, final accounts, and commercial reporting.
* Working closely with site, technical, and land teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
* Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within volume housebuilding or large-scale residential development.
* Strong understanding of new-build residential construction processes.
* Experience managing subcontractor procurement and account management.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Excellent negotiation and commercial management skills.
* Strong knowledge of construction contracts and cost control procedures.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant surveying software.
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (preferred).
* Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or working towards chartership is advantageous.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Performance-related bonus.
* Car allowance or company vehicle.
* Pension scheme.
* Private healthcare.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing housebuilder.
* Support for professional development and chartership