Quantity Surveyor

A housebuilder in the Southwest is seeking a Temporary Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a short-term contract running until December 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-quality residential developments and gain experience with a well-established organisation. Key Responsibilities: Manage subcontractor procurement and payments Prepare and monitor project budgets and cost forecasts Conduct site valuations and manage variations Liaise with site teams to ensure commercial objectives are met Support the wider commercial team with reporting and cost control What's needed from you? Previous experience in residential construction (ideally with a housebuilder) Strong understanding of cost management and construction contracts Excellent communication and negotiation skills Able to hit the ground running and work independently Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related field What's in it for you? Competitive day rate or short-term salary (depending on experience) Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work on award-winning housing schemes Supportive team environment Day rate depending on experience, weekly pay If this is something you'd be interested in, please feel free to apply below. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Plymouth, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/18/2025