Quantity Surveyor

Company Overview

MCR Property Group is a nationwide real estate investment and development firm with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. The company specializes in delivering high-quality residential and industrial projects while actively managing a growing portfolio of assets valued at over A32 billion, including a development pipeline of around 7,000 residential plots. Positioned as one of the UK's fastest-growing and most ambitious property businesses, MCR offers opportunities for motivated construction professionals seeking growth.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to be integral in managing the financial and commercial aspects of assigned construction projects. The role requires efficient procurement and ensuring projects adhere to budget and timelines through commercial expertise from project initiation to final account. This position reports to the Construction Director and Commercial Director and includes exposure to the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing monthly cost reporting and financial forecasting for projects.
• Handling contract and subcontract packages and monitoring variations.
• Collaborating with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors on commercial strategies and financial controls.
• Undertaking regular site visits for meetings, valuations, and project reviews aligned with experience and project locations.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate possesses at least three years of Quantity Surveying experience across diverse project types and values, gained within developer, main contractor, or subcontractor setups. They are proficient in both pre-contract and post-contract activities, including cost planning, measurement for bills of quantities, tendering, procurement, value engineering, tender reporting, interim valuations, and final accounts.

A solid understanding of construction industry procedures, building materials, construction methods, and building systems is essential. Candidates must be computer literate, with strong capabilities in Excel, Word, and financial/reporting software. A full, clean driving license is compulsory.

Professional Attributes

The role demands someone who tackles challenges proactively, serves as a reliable advisor for colleagues and stakeholders, and delivers practical, commercially sound solutions. Robust interpersonal and negotiation skills are necessary to engage effectively with subcontractors, consultants, and senior stakeholders, maintaining professionalism and confidence.

Opportunity

This position offers responsibility, visibility, and the chance to contribute significantly within a company experiencing rapid growth. It is suited for commercially driven, technically skilled professionals eager to advance their career within a dynamic property development environment.