YOUR NEW ROLE

Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor/Buyer to take on a dual-role position, combining key responsibilities from both procurement and cost management. Working closely with Land, Technical, Construction, Sales, and Finance teams, you will be instrumental in ensuring cost-effective project delivery across multiple housing developments. This is a varied and hands-on role that will see you involved in everything from budget creation to subcontractor procurement and commercial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Creating development-specific budgets and cost plans.
• Managing subcontract and supplier procurement, tendering, negotiation, and appointment.
• Monitoring and reporting on budgets, cost-to-complete, and final accounts through CVRs.
• Attending site meetings and working closely with the build team to resolve subcontractor and supplier queries.
• Identifying cost savings and value engineering opportunities through alternative specifications.
• Maintaining accurate records of tender documentation, variation orders, and payment schedules.
• Supporting the Finance team with costing, checking, and monthly reporting.
• Mentoring and supporting junior commercial staff as needed.
• Contributing to continuous business improvement through proactive communication and ideas.
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures, and systems (including Microsoft Teams-based document management).
• Preparing customer upgrade quotations and evaluating cost implications of specification changes.