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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job details
Posting date: 02 March 2026
Salary: £70,000 to £80,000 per year
Additional salary information: Plus package
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 March 2026
Location: Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3ES
Company: Fawkes & Reece
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: GUSQS_1772451995

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Summary

An established and ambitious residential developer is seeking a commercially reliable Senior QS to join its Southern Counties division.

This is a fast-paced and rewarding environment that will challenge your commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.

The Role.

You will take full commercial responsibility for large residential sites, including developments exceeding 200 units. You will manage budgets, valuations, forecasting, subcontractor procurement, and cost control procedures, ensuring financial targets are achieved while maintaining build quality and compliance standards.

You will also provide leadership and mentorship to junior members of the Commercial team, supporting their professional growth and ensuring high performance across all commercial activities.

You will be expected to:

  • Maintain and enforce robust cost control procedures in line with company policies

  • Manage and control site budgets and valuations, including monthly forecasting of estimated final costs

  • Produce full cost and value reconciliations

  • Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly commercial reports

  • Lead value engineering exercises to ensure best value across all trades

  • Contribute to design development to ensure schemes remain within budget parameters

  • Prepare and manage Site Start budgets, liaising with internal departments to meet programme requirements

  • Procure subcontractors, materials, and goods in line with internal governance procedures

  • Prepare subcontract orders, payments, and variations using internal systems

  • Evaluate and agree variations within delegated authority levels

  • Monitor and manage cash flow and cost reporting

  • Present commercial updates at project and divisional meetings

  • Liaise with site teams and subcontractors to maximise productivity

  • Maintain awareness of modern construction methods and materials

  • Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE legislation, and sustainability standards

  • Manage commercial responsibilities relating to Registered Social Landlords (RSL) where applicable

  • Mentor and develop junior surveyors and assistants

About the business

This organisation is a nationally recognised residential developer known for delivering high-quality homes across multiple regions. It combines commercial strength with a customer-first approach and embraces innovation in construction methods and materials.

The business promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, where talent is recognised and career progression is actively supported. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available where the role allows, combining office, site, and remote working.

What's on offer

  • Competitive Salary up to ££80,000

  • Performance-related Bonus Scheme

  • Private Medical Cover (single cover)

  • Company Car or Cash Allowance

  • Annual Health Assessment

  • 26 days' annual leave (increasing with service)

  • Flexible Benefits Package

  • Enhanced Family-Friendly Policies

  • Structured professional development and career progression

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