Quantity Surveyor Construction

Quantity Surveyor

Build by Sets Ltd renovates characterful homes and Listed buildings within a 30-mile radius of Bruton in Somerset - private residential projects ranging from £250k. We strive to build high quality finishes and provide our clients with a market-leading customer experience. Due to a rapidly increasing workload, we are looking to engage an experienced Quantity Surveyor on a project-by-project basis initially, with the potential for full-time employment for the right person.

The Role includes working closely with the directors and site teams, you will lead the commercial management of bespoke, high-quality construction projects from tender through to final account.

Key responsibilities include

* Preparing cost plans, budgets and estimates

* Tender analysis and subcontractor procurement

* Valuations, variations and cost reporting

* Monitoring project costs and cash flow

* Final accounts and commercial close-out

* Liaising with clients, architects and subcontractors as required

About You

* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within residential construction

* Experience with high-end or bespoke projects

* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

* Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

* Good communication and negotiation skills

* Based within reasonable distance of Bruton, Somerset (or willing to travel)

* Experience in Pro Core construction management software

What We Offer

* Project-based work with flexibility

* Competitive salary

* Opportunity to work on high-quality, design-led builds

* A collaborative, professional and friendly working environment

* Potential for longer-term or repeat work as projects develop

Start - End of February 2026 on a project-by-project basis initially.

Rate – Competitive, dependent on experience.

To apply – Please send your CV and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience together with a reference.

Build by Sets Ltd, 16 High Street, Bruton, Somerset BA100AA