Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Monday to Friday
Industry: Construction - New build housing
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum
Benefits: Car allowance or company car, fuel allowance, private pension scheme, private healthcare, additional benefits
A quality focused housing developer seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join the expanding commercial department based in the West Midlands. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organisation committed to delivering excellence in residential construction projects.
Job Duties- Prepare and manage cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation to ensure projects remain within financial targets.
- Undertake detailed cost planning and value engineering throughout all stages of construction projects.
- Carry out regular cost control and financial reporting, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Review and value interim applications, final accounts and variation orders in compliance with contract requirements.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors and suppliers to ensure clarity and accuracy in contractual and financial matters.
- Maintain accurate records of all project costs and provide timely updates to senior management.
- Support procurement activities by analysing tenders and negotiating prices to secure value for money.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, health and safety standards, and company policies.
- Valid driving licence, enabling travel to various site locations within the West Midlands.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline is desired.
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry, preferably in residential or housing development projects.
- Demonstrable experience in cost management, tender analysis and contract administration.
- COINS experience is desired
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and contractual principles.
- Proficiency in preparing and interpreting cost plans, bills of quantities and tender documentation.
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills to liaise confidently with a range of stakeholders.
- Competent user of relevant software including cost management and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure.
- This role primarily involves office-based work combined with regular site visits within the West Midlands region.
- The role may involve travel between multiple project sites.
If you are interested in hearing more, call Chloe on (phone number removed)
