Assistant Quantity Surveyor​/Quantity Surveyor - Housing

Position: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor - Housing
ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR / QUANTITY SURVEYOR – HOUSING

Location:

Derby, Derbyshire
Salary:
Competitive + Package

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded residential developer for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor to join their growing East Midlands team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering high-quality residential developments across the region. The successful candidate will be given ownership of a live housing scheme and will be expected to manage the commercial function with a high degree of autonomy.

The Role

Reporting into the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of a residential development from inception through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of a live housing development

• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages

• Preparation and agreement of subcontractor payments

• Cost reporting, forecasting and budget control

• Valuations, variations and final accounts

• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities

• Liaising closely with site management, technical and operational teams

• Managing cash flow and ensuring projects remain financially on target

• Supporting the delivery of schemes safely, profitably and efficiently

Requirements

• Previous experience within a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor role

• House building or residential development experience is essential

• Ability to manage a site with minimal supervision

• Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills

• Experience procuring and managing subcontract packages

• Good communication and relationship-building skills

• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification preferred

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Car allowance

• Annual bonus

• Pension scheme

• Career progression opportunities within a growing regional business

• Opportunity to take ownership of your own development and make a real impact

If you are looking for a role offering genuine responsibility, autonomy and long-term career progression within the residential sector, we'd love to hear from you