A well established and growing residential building contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to strengthen commercial performance across a portfolio of premium extensions, refurbishments and bespoke new build homes throughout Surrey and the Southeast. With over two decades of delivery behind them and a strong reputation built on quality workmanship and clear communication, this is a business that is scaling in a structured way and investing in tighter commercial control to support the next phase of growth.

This is a proper hands-on QS role with genuine influence. You will work closely with the Director and Project Managers, taking ownership of cost planning, procurement, valuations and final accounts across multiple live schemes. If you enjoy being close to the detail, improving processes, and protecting margin on high-spec residential work, this is a great opportunity with long-term stability and progression.

• Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 per year
• Pension contributions
• Performance related bonus potential
• Permanent PAYE role with a stable project pipeline
• Opportunity to influence commercial processes as the business grows

• Prepare cost plans, estimates and feasibility budgets for premium residential projects
• Manage tender enquiries and analyse subcontractor returns
• Negotiate subcontract terms and prepare payment certificates
• Administer JCT homeowner contracts (or similar), issuing variations and contractual notices
• Produce monthly cost reports, cashflow forecasts and margin tracking
• Identify risks, cost pressures and value engineering opportunities
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and project teams to maintain strong commercial control
• Attend site visits as required for valuations, progress checks and commercial reviews
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts

• 5+ years experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Strong background in residential construction preferred, especially premium refurbishments, extensions and new builds
• Confident managing cost control, valuations, variations and contract administration
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• Clear communicator with good stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence

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Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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