Senior Development Quantity Surveyor

Salary/Rate:c£70k upwards DOE + Excellent Benefits
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Liverpool
County:Merseyside
Sector:Built Environment & Surveying
Job ref:CK3244238
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About the Role

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with a consultancy or client-side background looking for a new challenge? If you're ready to step away from repetitive schemes and be part of meaningful, high-impact developments, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are working with a highly successful property development company based in the North West, who are growing their commercial team to support a strong pipeline of refurbishment and new-build projects. This is a rare chance to join a well-respected, well-funded business that is shaping the built environment across the region.

The Role 

This position is ideal for a candidate with experience gained in a consultancy, developer, or end-user environment. Please note: we are not looking for applications from main contractor QSs for this particular role.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing initial cost advice and feasibility assessments for potential developments
  • Preparing and managing detailed, accurate cost plans and project budgets Leading commercial management from inception through to completion
  • Producing tender documentation and negotiating with contractors and suppliers
  • Administering JCT Design & Build contracts
  • Overseeing cost reporting, value engineering, cash flow management, and dispute resolution
  • Supporting internal stakeholders with financial data to support funding requests
  • Managing final accounts, retentions, warranties, and associated contractual documentation
  • Building and maintaining relationships with internal teams and external partners

Candidate Profile We are looking for a proactive, commercially minded individual who enjoys working on fast-paced, complex developments.

You will need:

  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
  • MRICS qualification preferred, with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience
  • A background in consultancy, client-side or development roles (non-contracting)
  • Experience in the living sector or PBSA is desirable, but not essential
  • A strong understanding of JCT Design & Build contracts
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK as required

Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive, values-led developer at a time of significant growth. You’ll be working in-house on projects you can be proud of, with the autonomy and support to make a genuine impact.

Get in Touch To apply, or for a confidential discussion, please contact Caroline on 07768 381 831 or email caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk You can also book a call directly via this link: https://calendly.com/caroline-200/15min

We also welcome referrals. Many of our successful placements have come through recommendations from people within the industry, so feel free to share this opportunity with your network.

Kingsley is a property recruitment consultancy run by qualified property professionals. We understand the industry and work with leading firms across the UK to connect the best talent with the best opportunities.

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