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Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 17 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CH4, Eccleston, Cheshire West and Chester

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and detail?driven Quantity Surveyor - Pre Consturction, to join our team and support projects from early planning through to handover into delivery. This is a key role within the pre?construction function, requiring strong commercial awareness, technical knowledge, and collaboration across teams and the supply chain.
The role:
The role requires a strong understanding of the estimating process from initial enquiry through to completion, with the ability to accurately price projects based on a detailed knowledge of the build process and its individual elements. You will review and check drawings and specifications against client requirements and current standards, including BSI, ISO, and building regulations, while identifying opportunities for value engineering and value?led design changes. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining unit pricing databases, keeping up to date with current market rates, and producing accurate take?offs, Bills of Quantities, tender adjudication packs, and client submission and presentation materials.
You will clearly present the basis of tender, outlining key assumptions, risks, and opportunities, while maintaining accurate records and providing regular, informative progress reports to line management. The role also involves responding to client?led changes in support of Commercial teams and seeing projects through the planning, design, pre?construction, and procurement phases to ensure a seamless handover into delivery.
About you:
You are a commercially aware and detail?focused estimator with a strong understanding of construction methods and the full estimating lifecycle. You are confident interpreting drawings and specifications, comfortable working with current regulations and standards, and able to produce accurate, well?structured estimates supported by clear assumptions and risk awareness. You are organised, analytical, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here’s what we can offer you:
  * Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement.
  * Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
  * Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), flexible working from home, and discounted gym memberships.
  * Benefits: Company car or allowance, exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.
Why Choose Watkin Jones Group?
Watkin Jones Group is the UK’s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management.
Joining us means becoming part of a company that’s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We’re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we’d love to hear from you

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