Quantity Surveyor - Carpentry & Joinery (High-End Residential

Quantity Surveyor Carpentry & Joinery (High-End Residential)

Location: Surrey / London Projects
Salary: £75,000 £90,000 (DOE) + Package
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing specialist contractor delivering high-end residential carpentry and bespoke joinery packages across London and the South East.

Working on premium residential developments, this role will focus on the commercial and financial management of specialist carpentry and joinery packages from tender stage through to final account. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the exceptional quality standards expected within the luxury residential sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle of carpentry and joinery packages from pre-construction through to project completion.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, including labour, materials, and bespoke joinery elements.
• Procure materials and subcontractors, negotiating best value and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow, ensuring effective cost control and reporting.
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and payment applications.
• Produce CVRs, cost reports, and financial forecasts for senior management.
• Work closely with site teams to monitor project progress and verify completed works.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure accurate take-offs and material allowances.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure successful commercial delivery.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project profitability.

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within:
  • Carpentry & Joinery (highly desirable)
  • Interior Fit-Out
  • High-End Residential Construction
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Joinery materials including timber, veneers, laminates, MDF, and bespoke finishes
  • Procurement of specialist carpentry materials and subcontract packages
• Experience managing luxury residential or premium fit-out projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial management, contracts, and cost control.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and relevant Quantity Surveying software.

Desirable

• Previous experience working for a carpentry or joinery contractor.
• Background in bespoke joinery or manufacturing-led environments.
• Experience delivering premium developments where attention to detail is critical.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-specification, design-led residential projects.
• Clear career progression within a growing and successful business.
• Supportive commercial team environment.
• Strong pipeline of secured projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.