Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Oxfordshire (multiple luxury residential sites)
Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 per annum + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate

About the Company Our client is a highly regarded luxury housing developer, specialising in the design and delivery of high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire. With a reputation for quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and creating bespoke homes, they are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team immediately.

Role Overview The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take commercial responsibility for multiple high-value luxury housing projects, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and financial efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. This is a hands-on role, offering autonomy and the opportunity to work with some of the most prestigious developments in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of cost planning, estimation, and budget control on assigned projects.
• Prepare tender documents, contracts, and bills of quantities.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Monitor project progress and report on costs, valuations, and forecasts.
• Conduct risk, value management, and cost control exercises.
• Prepare interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety, and contractual obligations.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, architects, and clients to ensure financial and contractual success of projects.
• Mentor junior team members where required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with at least 5 years in the residential construction sector.
• Strong track record delivering luxury or high-spec housing projects.
• MRICS or working towards chartership (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts, procurement routes, and commercial best practice.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Based within a commutable distance to Oxfordshire.
• Immediate availability highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £75,000 – £80,000 per year.
• Company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading luxury housing developer.
• Career progression in a supportive and growing team.
• Immediate start available.