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Senior Quantity Surveyor/Quantity Surveyor

Lancashire - £50,000 to £65,000 + package

Your new company

Our client is an established and reputable regional housebuilder with a proud history of delivering high-quality homes across the North West and Yorkshire. Known for their design-led approach, each development is carefully planned to blend character, individuality and quality craftsmanship. With several new sites underway and more in the pipeline, they continue to grow sustainably while maintaining the personal, family-run culture that has earned them an excellent reputation within the residential sector.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Lancashire. This is a key role offering involvement across multiple new build housing schemes - from initial feasibility and procurement through to final account. You will work closely with construction and technical teams to ensure cost control, value engineering and delivery of high-spec homes within budget and programme.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing all commercial aspects of residential developments from inception to completion.

• Preparing budgets, cost plans and cash flow forecasts.

• Procuring and managing subcontractor packages including tendering, negotiation and contract award.

• Monitoring site progress, assessing variations and approving valuations.

• Managing and reporting project costs, risks and profitability to senior management.

• Undertaking value engineering exercises to maximise commercial performance.

• Preparing and agreeing final accounts with subcontractors and clients.

• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and health & safety requirements.

• Building effective relationships with suppliers, site teams, and external consultants.

What you will need to succeed:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a housebuilding or residential construction environment.

• A solid understanding of JCT contracts and cost control processes.

• Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and negotiation skills.

• Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred.

• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently when required.

What you get in return:

• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) + comprehensive package (car allowance, pension, healthcare, bonus, and holidays).

• The opportunity to join a well-established regional developer with a strong pipeline of quality new build housing schemes.

• A friendly, collaborative working environment where individual contribution is valued.

• The chance to be part of a stable, growing company that takes pride in building well-designed homes and long-term community developments.

• Genuine career progression opportunities as the business continues its expansion across the North West.

• Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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