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Position: Quantity Surveyor
Company: Leading Residential Developer
Location: Bracknell
Sector: Residential Construction - Traditional New Build & Timber Frame
Project Scope: 90-Unit Housing and Apartment Development
Job Overview:
Seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a residential developer in Bracknell, overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of a 90-unit new build project. This role requires a strategic approach to cost management, procurement, and financial forecasting to ensure the commercial success of both traditional new build and timber frame developments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, contract negotiation expertise, and a comprehensive understanding of residential construction methodologies. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing flexibility between office, site, and remote work environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough cost analysis, budgeting, and financial forecasting for the residential project.
Collaborate with senior commercial leadership to align financial strategies with project objectives.
Manage procurement processes, subcontractor engagements, and project variations to optimise cost efficiency.
Ensure accurate valuations, financial reporting, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.
Engage with site teams, project managers, and design professionals to maintain alignment on project deliverables.
Operate within a hybrid working environment, balancing office-based duties, site visits, and remote work.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Proven experience in residential new build projects, with familiarity with developers is preferred.
Strong expertise in cost control, contract negotiation, and financial forecasting within the construction sector.
Proficiency in procurement and subcontractor management.
Advanced knowledge of financial reporting and project tracking systems.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple disciplines.
Highly organised, adaptable, and capable of operating in a dynamic project environment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
26 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays.
Hybrid working model, with flexibility across office, site, and remote locations.
Exposure to high-profile residential developments with significant career advancement potential.
Professional growth opportunities within an esteemed residential development firm.
