Senior Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Project: £20m + Various residential housing developments (80 – 100 + units)
Location: West Yorkshire
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Commercial Manager
Why Join?
Long term opportunity with a well established residential housebuilder
£5.5k car allowance or company car
Annual bonus
25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysWhat We're Looking For
Relevant Qualifications:
Degree in Quantity Surveying
RICS / working towards – desirable however is not essentialExperience:
Proven history of successfully working on various residential / mixed-tenure new build development projects
Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working for a market leading construction contractor or subcontractor operating as a Senior / Lead Quantity SurveyorKey Skills:
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Budget management and cost control expertise
Confident negotiation and subcontract management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong IT and numerical ability
Analytical, methodical and detail-focused approach
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Effective team player with mentoring capabilityAbout the Company
Our client is a distinguished leader in the UK construction and housebuilding industry, backed by over 150 years of expertise in delivering exceptional homes and community focused developments. Renowned for their trusted brands, the company excels in creating a diverse range of properties, from affordable housing to luxury residences. As a responsible developer, their mission is to collaborate closely with partners to deliver sustainable homes, foster thriving communities, and generate meaningful social value. Operating across 26 regions, they are committed to leaving a lasting, positive legacy in every project they undertake.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for residential developments across West Yorkshire. You will manage multiple sites concurrently, working closely with construction, technical and land teams to ensure developments are delivered efficiently, commercially and in line with programme expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial management of multiple residential developments
Support, mentor and manage assistant and junior surveyors
Attend design, development and project meetings to advise on cost implications
Manage procurement strategies and tender processes
Prepare and analyse tender returns and construction cost reports
Establish start-on-site budgets and ongoing cost forecasts
Negotiate subcontract packages and place orders within budget
Manage variations, development changes and purchaser extras
Monitor and report all cost movements and financial performance
Prepare CVRs, valuations, cost-to-complete and cash flow forecasts
Manage subcontractor payments, applications and final accounts
Maintain accurate commercial records and reporting systems
Provide commercial advice to site teams and senior management
Ensure financial controls and procedures are adhered to at all times
Support recruitment, development reviews and succession planning within the team
Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the wider business