Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor
House Builder
£60k - £70k base + £6k car
North Yorkshire (flexible working)

The Company
The company are one of the UK’s leading national housebuilders, delivering high-quality new homes in well-connected locations. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, they are proud to be shaping thriving communities across the country.

We welcome applications from candidates with a main contractor background, provided you have strong experience using COINS software and a solid understanding of residential construction practices.

Due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of residential developments, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial team.

The Role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for multiple residential projects, ensuring cost control, accurate financial reporting, and effective procurement of subcontractors.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and high-performing commercial team, working closely with construction, technical, and sales departments to ensure seamless project delivery and strong commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle cost planning and control across multiple residential developments

• Prepare tender packages, lead procurement, and oversee subcontractor negotiations

• Provide regular and accurate project budget reports, forecasts, and cost variations

• Liaise with site teams to monitor progress, manage risk, and resolve commercial issues

• Identify and implement value engineering and cost-saving opportunities

• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal governance

• Maintain clear, up-to-date records using COINS software

About You
We are looking for a commercially astute and detail-oriented professional with strong stakeholder management skills and a proven background in residential or construction projects.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the UK construction or housebuilding sector

• Proficiency in COINS software is essential

• Experience with volume residential schemes (traditional build and/or timber frame)

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent (RICS accreditation desirable)

• Strong working knowledge of JCT and bespoke contract forms

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and financial reporting skills

What They Offer

• Competitive salary package

• Company car or car allowance

• Annual bonus scheme

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension & private healthcare

• Career development and training opportunities

• A supportive and collaborative work environment

If you are an experienced QS with a good level of COINS proficiency then please apply with your CV and we will call you straight away.