Quantity Surveyor
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD • Maidstone, ENG, GB
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job description
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)
Location: Maidstone, Kent (with site travel as required)
Job Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing, family-run design & build contractor specialising in high-quality, bespoke residential projects across Kent and the surrounding areas.
The company delivers a range of new builds, refurbishments and extensions, providing clients with a fully integrated service from concept through to completion. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of projects and support their successful delivery.
Quantity Surveyor - Role Overview
- Take full commercial responsibility for residential projects from initial cost planning through to final accounts
- Prepare cost estimates, Bills of Quantities and tender documentation
- Procure materials and subcontractor packages, ensuring best value and programme alignment
- Manage valuations, variations and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
- Carry out cost analysis and value engineering to optimise project budgets
- Maintain robust cost control and accurate forecasting
- Liaise closely with clients, subcontractors and internal project teams
- Provide regular commercial updates to senior management
Quantity Surveyor - Requirements
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
- Previous experience working on residential projects, ideally within a design & build environment
- Strong knowledge of procurement, cost management and contract administration
- Experience working with JCT and Design & Build contracts
- Strong numerical, negotiation and communication skills
- Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team
- Full UK driving licence
Quantity Surveyor - Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum
- Car package available following probation
- 28 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
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