Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bishop's Stortford  |  £55,000 to £80,000 Depending on Experience  |  Permanent Full Time  |  Ref: 16549328

ACR are working with a well-established and widely respected housebuilder who is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This role is ideal for an analytical, commercially-minded professional who can drive cost efficiency, manage procurement, and ensure the financial success of high-quality residential developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets, and forecasts for residential projects.
• Manage project costs throughout the lifecycle, ensuring accurate reporting and strong financial control.
• Manage procurement processes including preparation of tender documentation and subcontract packages.
• Review and evaluate subcontractor quotations, negotiate terms, and make award recommendations.
• Draft, review, and administer contracts, variations, and commercial agreements.
• Prepare and assess interim valuations, payment certificates, and final accounts.
• Monitor cash flow, cost-to-complete, variations, and commercial risks, reporting any concerns promptly.
• Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Attend project, design, and commercial meetings, providing clear commercial input and recommendations.
• Manage subcontractor performance and support resolution of disputes or claims where necessary.
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with company procedures, contract terms, and industry regulations.
• Maintain complete and accurate project records for audits and handover.
• Support the wider commercial team with cost benchmarking and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within housebuilding or residential construction.
• Strong understanding of budgets, cost control, procurement, and contract law (JCT preferred).
• Excellent numeracy, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and relevant commercial or estimating software.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar (preferred but not essential with strong experience).

To register your interest, please get in contact with ACR.