Estate Quantity Surveyor
West Sussex
£50,000 - £60,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
The Opportunity
We are working in partnership with a prestigious, multi-faceted rural estate to appoint an Estate Quantity Surveyor into its in-house Building Consultancy Team.
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a long-term approach to asset management, offering exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, agricultural and heritage property within a unique estate setting
The Role
This is a broad and hands-on role combining both client-side and contractor-side Quantity Surveying responsibilities, supporting a wide range of maintenance and construction projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing cost plans, estimates, budgets and bills of quantities
- Managing tender processes, analysing returns and appointing contractors/suppliers
- Administering contracts including valuations, variations, interim payments and final accounts
- Producing cashflow forecasts, programmes and financial reports
- Monitoring project performance against budgets and timelines
- Supporting delivery of works including refurbishments, extensions, heritage repairs and planned maintenance
- Ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations, Health & Safety and statutory requirements
- Building strong relationships with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders
Projects typically range from £1k-£300k, with occasional larger capital schemes.
About You
We are keen to speak with highly motivated Quantity Surveyors with strong technical capability and a collaborative approach.
Essential Experience
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years' experience within construction or property
- Proven track record of cost management, estimating and budget control
- Experience administering building contracts and managing projects through the full lifecycle
- Knowledge of planning, building regulations, listed buildings and health & safety legislation
- Experience delivering refurbishment, maintenance or development projects
- Excellent communication, IT and organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Professional membership (RICS, CIOB or similar)
- Experience working with heritage or listed buildings
- Project management or conservation-related qualifications
- Familiarity with industry software and digital tool
Why Apply?
- Unique opportunity to work on a varied and high-quality estate portfolio
- Strong emphasis on quality, craftsmanship and long-term asset stewardship
- Collaborative, values-driven working environment
- Excellent benefits package including:
- £5,000 car allowance
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays
- Enhanced pension and private healthcare
- Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits
Apply Now
If you're seeking a role where you can have a tangible impact across a diverse property portfolio in a truly unique environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.