Quantity Surveyor
Overview of Client:
Our client is one of the UK’s leading residential developers, committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and communities. As part of their journey to achieve net zero carbon by 2030, they are undertaking a comprehensive redesign of all standard house types, integrating modern methods of construction, improved materials, and enhanced energy performance.
Job Description
This role will play a key part in providing accurate cost assessments for their new generation of sustainable house types, benchmarking against existing designs, and supporting informed decision-making across design, technical, and commercial teams.
Roles & responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Prepare detailed cost analyses for new and existing standard house types, identifying variances and key cost drivers.
* Measure from drawings and specifications, both manually and using digital take-off tools, to produce accurate quantities.
* Work closely with Group Design, Technical, and Sustainability teams to understand specification changes and their cost implications.
* Develop and maintain cost comparison reports and databases to support value engineering and procurement decisions.
* Provide clear commentary on cost movements, highlighting areas of efficiency or increased expenditure.
* Assist in the development of cost models and standard pricing templates to support group-wide implementation.
* Liaise with regional commercial teams to validate assumptions and ensure alignment with site delivery realities.
* Support Group Procurement and Technical teams in evaluating new materials, systems, and suppliers from a cost perspective.
* Contribute to reporting and presentations for senior management, providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
Essential Experience
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Cost Planner, or Estimator within the housebuilding or residential construction sector.
* Strong ability to read, interpret, and measure from technical drawings to scale.
* Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with a methodical approach to data and cost analysis.
* Good understanding of modern construction methods, materials, and sustainability considerations.
* Proficient in Excel and cost management software (e.g. CostX, Bluebeam, Conquest, or similar).
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working arrangements
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