Quantity Surveyor

  • Thorn Baker Construction
  • Almondsbury, Gloucestershire
  • Jan 22, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: South West (Bristol)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent with time split between home, office and site.
Salary: £60,000 plus car or allowance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic Commercial team responsible for delivering high-quality residential developments on budget and on schedule. You'll play a key role in cost-effective building, overseeing commercial and surveying responsibilities for a designated site.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all commercial and surveying aspects on site, ensuring budgets and valuations are effectively controlled and cost targets are met.
  • Maintain and update cost control procedures, including monthly cost reconciliation and cash-flow analysis.
  • Contribute to early-stage design options to ensure projects remain within budget.
  • Prepare tenders, procure sub-contractors and materials, and handle subcontractor recommendations.
  • Evaluate and agree on subcontractor variations, managing approvals within budget constraints.
  • Attend project and team meetings and present commercial updates.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal procedures.
About You:
  • Relevant construction/quantity surveying qualification (HND level or higher).
  • Strong commercial and cost control experience within a housebuilding or construction environment.
  • High numeracy and excellent attention to detail.
  • Proficient IT skills and familiarity with commercial project systems.
  • Clear and effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate initiative, and solve commercial issues.
What's in it for you?
  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • Private medical cover and comprehensive benefits package.
  • 26 days annual leave (increasing with service).
  • Flexible benefits and family-friendly policies.

For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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