Quantity Surveyor in Exeter

Join a leading 5-star national housebuilder and shape the future of homes in the South West. Are you a proactive Quantity Surveyor with a passion for driving the efficiency and profitability of high-volume residential developments? Do you excel at turning data into pounds, spotting savings opportunities, and ensuring every project delivers maximum value? Our prestigious client is seeking a talented professional like you to join their tight-knit commercial team in the vibrant Exeter, Devon area.

The Role: Drive Profitability on Iconic Developments

As a key player in their Exeter team, you’ll take ownership of the commercial lifecycle for leading multi-phase developments, from tender to handover. Reporting to the Regional Commercial Manager, you’ll collaborate with site teams, procurement experts, and design leads to deliver homes that make customers smile whilst safeguarding the bottom line. This is a hands-on role where your expertise in cost control will directly impact on the region’s success.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and managing detailed budgets, valuations, and cost forecasts for residential sites, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality standards.
• Leading procurement activities: sourcing subcontractors, negotiating contracts, and processing variations to secure best-in-class pricing and terms.
• Conducting value engineering exercises to identify innovative cost-saving measures without compromising on build quality or customer satisfaction.
• Utilising COINS financial management and reporting software to track expenditures, generate insightful reports, and perform real-time reconciliations between planned and actual costs.
• Analysing cash flows, mitigating risks, and maximising profits through proactive monitoring of site progress and market trends.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to cross-functional meetings to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensuring full compliance with industry regulations, health & safety standards, and internal policies.

What We’re Looking For:

Your Edge in Cost Management

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the residential housebuilding sector, ideally with exposure to large-scale developments (100+ units).
• Strong proficiency in COINS software for financial reporting, budgeting, and analytics.
• A sharp, analytical mindset with a track record of delivering tangible cost savings and profit enhancements through creative problem-solving.
• Excellent negotiation skills and a collaborative approach, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., RICS accredited degree or MRICS / APC level) and a solid understanding of current building regulations, NHBC standards, and sustainable practices.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Devon sites as needed.

What’s On Offer:

Reward, Growth, and Balance

• Competitive Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (DOE) + performance-based annual bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Company car / allowance, private healthcare, pension scheme, life assurance, and starting 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Career Development: Genuine progression pathways, including funded professional qualifications, leadership training, and exposure to national projects.
• Work-Life Harmony: Flexible hybrid working options, supportive team environment, and social events to celebrate wins.
• Perks: Cycle-to-work scheme, discounted home purchases, and ongoing learning via our in-house academy.

Please send your CV if you wish to play a pivotal role in creating communities that last, whilst advancing your expertise in a company that’s as invested in your success as you are.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.