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Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Northampton, West Northamptonshire

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Experienced Quantity Surveyor – Heritage Renovation & Residential Development, based in Northampton

Company Profile

Our client is a long‑established residential developer known for delivering high‑quality homes and complex heritage restoration projects. The business operates across Northamptonshire and London, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern construction methods. Their portfolio includes major renovation schemes, premium residential developments, and large multi‑unit apartment blocks.
The company has recently rebranded to reflect its growth and expanding London presence. With a turnover of around £35 million and more than 400 units planned over the next 2–3 years, they offer long‑term stability, ambitious projects, and genuine career progression.

Why Join Them

  * Work on a flagship heritage restoration project alongside new‑build phases.

  * Join a close‑knit, experienced team that values autonomy and commercial discipline.

  * Be part of a financially strong, growing developer with a significant pipeline.

  * Influence decisions directly, with access to senior leadership and quick approvals.

  * Enjoy a varied workload across heritage, residential, and London apartment schemes.

The Role: Quantity Surveyor (On‑Site, Northampton)

This role suits an experienced Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a hands‑on, commercially focused environment. You will be based primarily on a major Northamptonshire renovation and new‑build scheme valued at £55m, including a £4–5m heritage restoration phase. The project involves preserving historic facades, coordinating specialist stonemasons, and managing commercial aspects of around 100 new units within the grounds.
The business is also progressing a £31m apartment development in London, currently three‑quarters complete, with further phases and 400 units planned over the next few years.

Key Responsibilities

  * Manage all commercial and cost‑control activities on a day‑to‑day basis.

  * Maintain strict oversight of budgets, variations, and unexpected costs.

  * Work closely with specialist subcontractors, including heritage stonemasons.

  * Prepare valuations, cost reports, procurement schedules, and tender documentation.

  * Support planning and pre‑construction activities

  * Liaise with site teams, design teams, and senior leadership to ensure financial accuracy.

  * Contribute to commercial oversight across wider residential and London schemes.

About You

  * Experienced Quantity Surveyor with residential, heritage, contracting experience, new build & refurbishment.

  * Strong commercial acumen and confidence to challenge costs.

  * Comfortable working on‑site and managing subcontractor relationships.

  * Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently.

  * Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with technical specialists.

Employment Type

The company will consider permanent or freelance applicants and is flexible on salary depending on experience.

To apply, please contact Sally Whittingham or apply online.

Keywords: Quantity Surveyor, QS, Senior QS, Construction, Residential Development, Heritage Restoration, Conservation, Refurbishment, Cost Management, Northampton, Housing Developer, Commercial Manager, Renovation, New Build, Apartments, Stonemasonry, Procurement, Cost Control

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