Quantity Surveyor

Kitson Associates is working with an established house builder who is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Northamptonshire. You'll join a close-knit commercial team and report to the Commercial Manager.

• You'll take commercial ownership of two live developments, plus a possible third site that is either starting up or finishing off.
• Prepare and manage site budgets, cost plans and cost-to-complete forecasts
• Value subcontractor work, process monthly valuations and agree final accounts
• Support the Procurement Manager with tendering, subcontractor selection and awarding packages
• Manage variations, contra charges and commercial disputes with subcontractors and suppliers
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and commercial reviews for the Commercial Manager
• Visit sites regularly to measure work, check progress and build strong relationships with site teams
• Spot and act on opportunities to protect margin and control costs
• Keep commercial records up to date in the company's systems (COINS or similar)

• You might be an Assistant QS ready to step up, or a Quantity Surveyor looking for broader responsibility.
• Essential:
  Minimum two years' quantity surveying experience working for a UK house builder
• Confident handling several trades, subcontractors and deadlines at once
• Commercially minded, with sound judgement on cost and value
• Full UK driving licence and within a reasonable commute of Northamptonshire
• Knowledge of COINS, although training can be given
• A relevant qualification (HNC, HND or degree in Quantity Surveying or similar), or working towards one.

Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.