Kitson Associates
Quantity Surveyor
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Quantity Surveyor - New Build Housing
Nottinghamshire
Competitive salary + package
Kitson Associates is working with an established housebuilder who is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team in Nottinghamshire. You'll join a close-knit commercial team and report to the Commercial Manager.
Key responsibilities
- 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).
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About you
- 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 housebuilder.
- Confident handling several trades, subcontractors, and deadlines at once.
- Commercially minded, with sound judgement on cost and value.
- Happy to work from the office five days a week and visit sites as needed.
- Full UK driving licence and within a reasonable commute of Nottinghamshire.
- Desirable:
- Knowledge of COINS, although training can be given.
- A relevant qualification (HNC, HND, or degree in Quantity Surveying or similar), or working towards one.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive basic salary
- Car allowance or company car
- Bonus: paid in two instalments each year
- Hours: 9:00 - 17:00, a later start than many housebuilders!
- Progression: a clear route to Senior QS with promotion and pay rises based on performance.
- This role is for you if you are looking for a long-term move, not a stopgap.
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For more information, please apply with an up-to-date CV to Becky Kitson at Kitson Associates. If you do not hear back within 3 days, unfortunately, your application was not shortlisted for this particular position on this occasion. 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.
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