Quantity Surveyor
| Posting date: | 30 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 October 2025 |
| Location: | IP1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ARC (Norwich) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0000073472-43277 |
Summary
Quantity Surveyor (Pre-Construction) – Suffolk
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
Location: Suffolk
The Opportunity
A well-established construction contractor in Suffolk is looking to strengthen their Pre-Construction team with the addition of a skilled Quantity Surveyor (PQS level). This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a consultancy or contractor background who is confident working at the pre-construction and feasibility stage of projects.
You will be involved from the very start of schemes, working on a diverse portfolio of projects with a particular focus on office-to-residential conversions and residential developments. This role offers the chance to influence design and cost decisions early in the project lifecycle, making a real impact on project success.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Preparing feasibility studies, cost plans, and detailed estimates.
• Leading procurement and tendering processes during pre-construction.
• Advising on value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Supporting the design and project teams with commercial input.
• Producing accurate budgets and reports for senior management.
• Ensuring projects are financially viable before moving to site stage.
What We’re Looking For
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• Experience working as a PQS or in a pre-construction / estimating role.
• Strong background in residential projects, ideally including office-to-residential conversions.
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, consultants, and project teams.
• Ambitious and proactive, with a focus on delivering results.
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary in the region of £40,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience).
• Opportunity to be a key member of the Pre-Construction team, shaping early project decisions.
• Exposure to a pipeline of unique, high-quality residential schemes.
• Long-term career progression and professional development.
• Supportive working environment with a strong team culture.