Job Description:

Quantity Surveyor
Location: Kent
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Car Allowance
Sector: New Build Residential
Project Values: Up to £20m

A leading residential developer is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to work on high-quality new build residential developments, with projects valued up to £20m and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

As Quantity Surveyor you’ll play a key role in managing the commercial performance of projects from pre-construction through to completion, working closely with the wider project team to ensure developments are delivered on time and within budget.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of new build residential projects, including:

• Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects valued up to £20m
• Preparing and managing budgets, forecasts and cost reports
• Procurement and management of subcontract packages
• Preparing, reviewing and negotiating subcontract packages and orders
• Managing valuations, variations, payments and final accounts

About You

We’re looking for a Quantity Surveyor with experience within new build residential construction, ideally with exposure to projects of a similar scale.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
• Experience delivering new build residential projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management
• Experience managing subcontractors, procurement and final accounts
• Strong cost control and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• A commercially focused and proactive approach
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline

What’s on Offer

• £50,000 – £60,000 salary, depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Opportunity to work on new build residential projects up to £20m
• Clear progression and career development opportunities

If you're an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity in Kent, with the chance to work on substantial residential developments and progress your career, this could be an excellent next step.