Quantity Surveyor

Job description

The Opportunity

A well-regarded SME housebuilder based in Maidstone is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a great opportunity to join a smaller, close-knit business where you'll have real visibility over projects from land purchase through to final account, rather than being one small part of a much bigger commercial machine.

You'll work closely with the Commercial Manager, Site Managers, and the wider technical team, taking ownership of cost control and procurement across a number of live residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and valuations across live residential sites
• Manage procurement of subcontractors and materials, including tendering and negotiation
• Produce and agree monthly valuations and cash flow forecasts
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including variations, final accounts, and dispute resolution
• Monitor site costs against budget, flagging risk early to the Commercial Manager
• Liaise with Site Managers to ensure commercial and construction teams are aligned
• Support the preparation of land appraisals and cost information at the acquisition stage

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential housebuilding
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, valuations, and final accounts
• Comfortable working in a smaller, hands-on SME environment
• Confident communicator, able to work closely with site and commercial teams
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience with housebuilding-specific cost/procurement software

What's On Offer

• £65,000 salary
• Genuine autonomy and project visibility within an SME structure
• Pension and benefits package
• A stable, well-regarded local housebuilder with a strong reputation in Kent

How to Apply

If you're a Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with real ownership in a smaller, established housebuilder, apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Maidstone

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English