Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker Group · Knowle, England

Quantity Surveyor at Thorn Baker Group, based in Knowle, England, paying £60,000 - £65,000 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Location
Knowle, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
23 Sep 2026

Reference 296131

About the role

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:

  • Managing the commercial and financial performance of projects

  • Preparing and managing project budgets, forecasts and cost plans

  • Producing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts

  • Managing subcontractor procurement and accounts

  • Preparing, managing and agreeing variations

  • Monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks

  • Assisting with tendering and procurement activities

  • Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers

  • Producing regular commercial reports

  • Working closely with the Project and Site Management teams

  • Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners

  • 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:

  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction

  • Strong commercial and financial management skills

  • Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain relationships

  • Good knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and valuations

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills

  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines

  • A commercially minded and proactive approach

  • 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.

Reference: 296131 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 23 Sep 2026 · Listed via Thorn Baker Group

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