Quantity Surveyor
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
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| Salary: | £60,000 to £65,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | BS4 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Quantity Surveyor - High-End Residential Construction
Location: Bristol / South West
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to work on exceptional, high-specification homes and unique construction projects?
We're working with an established and highly regarded chartered building company specialising in the delivery of bespoke, high-end residential projects. With a strong reputation for quality and craftsmanship, they're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working on complex, high-value projects where attention to detail, commercial awareness and quality are genuinely valued.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of projects from pre-construction through to completion, working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing the commercial and financial performance of projects
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Preparing and managing project budgets, forecasts and cost plans
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Producing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
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Managing subcontractor procurement and accounts
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Preparing, managing and agreeing variations
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Monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks
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Assisting with tendering and procurement activities
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Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers
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Producing regular commercial reports
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Working closely with the Project and Site Management teams
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Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
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Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and to the required quality standards
About You
We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor who has experience within construction, ideally with a background in high-end residential, bespoke homes, luxury developments or high-specification building projects.
You'll ideally have:
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Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction
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Strong commercial and financial management skills
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Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain relationships
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Good knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and valuations
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Excellent attention to detail
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Strong communication and negotiation skills
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The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines
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A commercially minded and proactive approach
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Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction-related qualifications are desirable
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where quality, craftsmanship and pride in the finished project are at the heart of what they do.
You'll have the opportunity to work on unique, high-specification homes and buildings, alongside an experienced team, with genuine responsibility for the commercial delivery of projects.
If you're a Quantity Surveyor looking for your next challenge within high-end residential construction, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role.
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