Quantity Surveyor

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing design & build contractor specialising in high-quality, bespoke residential projects across Kent and the surrounding areas.

This well-established, family-run business delivers new builds, refurbishments, and extensions, providing clients with a fully integrated service from concept through to completion. Known for its attention to detail and quality craftsmanship, the company continues to expand its project portfolio and is now strengthening its commercial team.

This role offers exposure to a diverse range of residential developments and would suit a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who enjoys taking ownership of projects and contributing to successful delivery from a cost and contractual perspective.

Quantity Surveyor - Role Overview

• Take full commercial responsibility for residential projects from initial cost planning through to final accounts
• Prepare cost estimates, Bills of Quantities, and tender documentation
• Procure materials and subcontractor packages, ensuring best value and programme alignment
• Manage valuations, variations, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Carry out cost analysis and value engineering to optimise project budgets
• Ensure robust cost control and accurate forecasting across all stages of delivery
• Liaise closely with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Provide regular commercial updates to senior management

Quantity Surveyor - Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
• Previous experience working on residential projects, ideally within a design & build environment
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, cost management, and contract administration
• Experience working with JCT and Design & Build contract forms
• Confident communicator with strong numerical and negotiation skills
• Able to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team
• Full UK driving licence

Quantity Surveyor - Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
• Car package available following probation
• 28 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business
• Supportive, collaborative working environment

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.