Quantity surveyor

Job Title: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Near Cockermouth / Maryport, Cumbria
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company
Our client is a well-established bespoke house builder based in West Cumbria, specialising in high-quality, individually designed homes. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to recruit an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their small, friendly team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a few years’ experience who wants to develop their career within a reputable regional builder delivering bespoke residential projects.

The Role
The successful candidate will support the commercial management of bespoke residential construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with the management team, you will help ensure projects are delivered on budget while maintaining the high standards expected of bespoke developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing project cost plans and budgets

• Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers

• Preparing tender and contract documentation

• Valuations, variations and cost reporting

• Monitoring project costs and identifying potential savings

• Assisting with subcontractor payments and final accounts

• Liaising with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors

Requirements

• Ideally degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role (house building or residential construction preferred)

• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

• Good communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team

• Full UK driving licence

Location Requirement
Due to the location of projects and the nature of the role, applicants must live locally within commuting distance of Cockermouth or Maryport.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience

• Opportunity to work on high-quality bespoke residential projects

• Supportive team environment within a growing regional builder

• Long-term career progression opportunities

If you are an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career with a respected bespoke house builder in West Cumbria, we would like to hear from you.