Quantity Surveyor – Carpentry & Joinery (High-End Residential)
Location: Surrey / London Projects
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 (DOE) + Package
Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Company
OPR’s client is a well-established and growing specialist contractor delivering high-end residential carpentry and bespoke joinery packages across London and the South East.
Their projects focus on premium finishes, intricate detailing, and high-spec developments, working with leading developers and main contractors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong carpentry & joinery background.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial and financial management of carpentry and joinery packages, from tender stage through to final account.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with the highest quality standards expected in high-end residential construction.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full commercial lifecycle of carpentry & joinery packages from pre-construction to completion
Prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, and bespoke joinery elements
Lead procurement of materials and subcontractors, negotiating best value and maintaining strong supplier relationships
Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow, ensuring strong cost control and reporting throughout
Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and payment applications
Produce CVRs, cost reports, and forecasts for senior management
Work closely with site teams to track progress and verify works on site
Review drawings and specifications, ensuring accurate take-offs and material allowances
Manage subcontractor accounts, including valuations, variations, and final accounts
Liaise with clients, main contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth commercial delivery
Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project margin
Experience & Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within:
Carpentry & Joinery (highly desirable)
Interior fit-out / high-end residential
Strong knowledge of:
Joinery materials (timber, veneers, laminates, MDF, bespoke finishes)
Procurement of specialist carpentry materials and packages
Experience managing high-end residential or luxury fit-out projects
Strong understanding of cost control, contracts, and commercial management
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying or Construction
Strong IT skills (Excel + relevant QS software)
Desirable
Direct experience working for a carpentry or joinery contractor
Background in bespoke joinery or manufacturing-led environments
Experience on premium developments where attention to detail is critical
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on high-spec, design-led residential projects
Clear progression within a growing contractor
Supportive commercial team and strong pipeline of work
Competitive salary and benefits package
Thank you for taking the time to apply to OPR Resourcing Specialists. If your application is successful you will be contacted within 7 days. We apologise but due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to provide feedback on individual CV's.
Regrettably, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship.
If you do not currently have the Right to Work in the UK or will need additional support to extend your current Right to Work status, your application cannot be considered.
Please note that by applying for the above job it will be understood that you accept our Terms of Business and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website on the page "Find A Job".
12/06/2026
Permanent
Quantity Surveyor – Carpentry & Joinery (High-End Residential)
Location: Surrey / London Projects
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 (DOE) + Package
Type: Permanent, Full-time
About the Company
OPR’s client is a well-established and growing specialist contractor delivering high-end residential carpentry and bespoke joinery packages across London and the South East.
Their projects focus on premium finishes, intricate detailing, and high-spec developments, working with leading developers and main contractors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong carpentry & joinery background.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial and financial management of carpentry and joinery packages, from tender stage through to final account.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with the highest quality standards expected in high-end residential construction.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full commercial lifecycle of carpentry & joinery packages from pre-construction to completion
Prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, and bespoke joinery elements
Lead procurement of materials and subcontractors, negotiating best value and maintaining strong supplier relationships
Monitor project costs, budgets, and cash flow, ensuring strong cost control and reporting throughout
Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and payment applications
Produce CVRs, cost reports, and forecasts for senior management
Work closely with site teams to track progress and verify works on site
Review drawings and specifications, ensuring accurate take-offs and material allowances
Manage subcontractor accounts, including valuations, variations, and final accounts
Liaise with clients, main contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth commercial delivery
Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project margin
Experience & Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within:
Carpentry & Joinery (highly desirable)
Interior fit-out / high-end residential
Strong knowledge of:
Joinery materials (timber, veneers, laminates, MDF, bespoke finishes)
Procurement of specialist carpentry materials and packages
Experience managing high-end residential or luxury fit-out projects
Strong understanding of cost control, contracts, and commercial management
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying or Construction
Strong IT skills (Excel + relevant QS software)
Desirable
Direct experience working for a carpentry or joinery contractor
Background in bespoke joinery or manufacturing-led environments
Experience on premium developments where attention to detail is critical
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on high-spec, design-led residential projects
Clear progression within a growing contractor
Supportive commercial team and strong pipeline of work
Competitive salary and benefits package
Thank you for taking the time to apply to OPR Resourcing Specialists. If your application is successful you will be contacted within 7 days. We apologise but due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to provide feedback on individual CV's.
Regrettably, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship.
If you do not currently have the Right to Work in the UK or will need additional support to extend your current Right to Work status, your application cannot be considered.
Please note that by applying for the above job it will be understood that you accept our Terms of Business and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website on the page "Find A Job".
Salary: 70,000- 85,000 + benefits/bonus Location: Soho, London - Hybrid flexible. WHAT IS THE ROLE? A well-established, multi-disciplinary property consultancy is looking to strengthen its London and Greater London Valuation team. This is a newly created Valuation Surveyor role reporting into the Head of London Valuation, with a clear remit to help grow the team's presence and instructions across the region. The role is commercial valuation focused, with the option to get involved in residential development valuation work for candidates who have that experience and interest. Work is split between bank instructions and private client matters, giving good variety across the caseload. WHAT LEVEL IS THIS? This one is genuinely open on seniority. The firm will consider strong Associate-level valuers ready to take the next step, right through to Partner-level surveyors who want to come in and build something. A role that can be supported at both levels. This role will suit someone that enjoys billing and "doing the job", but someone who really wants the chance to prove themselves, with support, at a higher level. If you're weighing up whether you're the right fit, get in touch and we can talk it through. Key Responsibilities Producing RICS Red Book valuations across commercial property assets Valuation work for bank/lender security and private client instructions Residential development valuation where relevant Building client relationships and winning new instructions to support growth of the London Valuation team Reviewing and supporting junior colleagues' valuation reports WHAT MAKES THIS "WORTH THE CONVERSATION"? This firm has a genuinely different culture, family-friendly, people-first, and built for career longevity, not burnout. They invest properly in development and progression, and there's a real, credible pathway to Partner (or equity) for the right person. It's the kind of environment where good people tend to stay. Staff turnover is remarkably low. Requirements MRICS qualified (or close to) Strong commercial valuation background RICS Red Book valuation experience Comfortable managing client relationships and contributing to business development Get in touch to find out more about this excellent opportunity, in complete confidence.
14/08/2026
Full time
Salary: 70,000- 85,000 + benefits/bonus Location: Soho, London - Hybrid flexible. WHAT IS THE ROLE? A well-established, multi-disciplinary property consultancy is looking to strengthen its London and Greater London Valuation team. This is a newly created Valuation Surveyor role reporting into the Head of London Valuation, with a clear remit to help grow the team's presence and instructions across the region. The role is commercial valuation focused, with the option to get involved in residential development valuation work for candidates who have that experience and interest. Work is split between bank instructions and private client matters, giving good variety across the caseload. WHAT LEVEL IS THIS? This one is genuinely open on seniority. The firm will consider strong Associate-level valuers ready to take the next step, right through to Partner-level surveyors who want to come in and build something. A role that can be supported at both levels. This role will suit someone that enjoys billing and "doing the job", but someone who really wants the chance to prove themselves, with support, at a higher level. If you're weighing up whether you're the right fit, get in touch and we can talk it through. Key Responsibilities Producing RICS Red Book valuations across commercial property assets Valuation work for bank/lender security and private client instructions Residential development valuation where relevant Building client relationships and winning new instructions to support growth of the London Valuation team Reviewing and supporting junior colleagues' valuation reports WHAT MAKES THIS "WORTH THE CONVERSATION"? This firm has a genuinely different culture, family-friendly, people-first, and built for career longevity, not burnout. They invest properly in development and progression, and there's a real, credible pathway to Partner (or equity) for the right person. It's the kind of environment where good people tend to stay. Staff turnover is remarkably low. Requirements MRICS qualified (or close to) Strong commercial valuation background RICS Red Book valuation experience Comfortable managing client relationships and contributing to business development Get in touch to find out more about this excellent opportunity, in complete confidence.
Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Overview: Are you an Estate Agent with a proven track record in sales, valuation and listing of residential property? Are you currently working in Estate Agency and feeling unsettled or undervalued within your current position? If you are a Senior Negotiator, Senior Valuer / Lister, Assistant Manager, Sales Manager or Valuations Manager looking for your next career move up the property ladder we would like to hear from you. Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Remuneration: £27,000 - £28,000 Basic Salary £45,000 - £50,000 On Target Earnings Company Car / Allowance Generous holiday allowance increasing each year Carry over holiday allowances to the following year Salary sacrifice pension Plus many other benefits This is a chance to join an award winning property company who are going through exciting periods of growth and who offer tailored award winning training and development programmes at all levels. By being part of this opportunity you will get a lot more than just a career, you will be provided with the tools and opportunities to create a long term goal to be part of an ever growing group of property experts. Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Duties: In a typical day, you will: Plan, direct and lead the operations of the team alongside the Sales Manager Manage the sales side of the office when the Sales manager is away Developing new business opportunities Achieving personal and branch targets Valuing property to sell as appropriate Conducting property viewings Advising vendors of their legal obligations, together with practical suggestions about the marketing of the property Qualifying applicants to assess their financial position and suitability prior to arranging viewings Introducing new business and building alliances with developers within the local community through active networking Ensuring an up-to-date knowledge of market conditions and competitor activities Selling all company products and services strongly and ethically to vendors, purchasers and their advisers alike for a productive outcome Contributing new marketing ideas and proactively supporting marketing initiatives Ensure all staff are trained to satisfactory standards Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Who Qualifies?: The successful candidate will: Possess experience in the field of estate agency Have proven capability of leading by example Be able to demonstrate great customer service skills Hold a full valid UK driving licence Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents, Letting Agents and Financial Services Professionals into permanent positions. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
13/08/2026
Full time
Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Overview: Are you an Estate Agent with a proven track record in sales, valuation and listing of residential property? Are you currently working in Estate Agency and feeling unsettled or undervalued within your current position? If you are a Senior Negotiator, Senior Valuer / Lister, Assistant Manager, Sales Manager or Valuations Manager looking for your next career move up the property ladder we would like to hear from you. Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Remuneration: £27,000 - £28,000 Basic Salary £45,000 - £50,000 On Target Earnings Company Car / Allowance Generous holiday allowance increasing each year Carry over holiday allowances to the following year Salary sacrifice pension Plus many other benefits This is a chance to join an award winning property company who are going through exciting periods of growth and who offer tailored award winning training and development programmes at all levels. By being part of this opportunity you will get a lot more than just a career, you will be provided with the tools and opportunities to create a long term goal to be part of an ever growing group of property experts. Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Duties: In a typical day, you will: Plan, direct and lead the operations of the team alongside the Sales Manager Manage the sales side of the office when the Sales manager is away Developing new business opportunities Achieving personal and branch targets Valuing property to sell as appropriate Conducting property viewings Advising vendors of their legal obligations, together with practical suggestions about the marketing of the property Qualifying applicants to assess their financial position and suitability prior to arranging viewings Introducing new business and building alliances with developers within the local community through active networking Ensuring an up-to-date knowledge of market conditions and competitor activities Selling all company products and services strongly and ethically to vendors, purchasers and their advisers alike for a productive outcome Contributing new marketing ideas and proactively supporting marketing initiatives Ensure all staff are trained to satisfactory standards Estate Agent Assistant Sales Manager - Who Qualifies?: The successful candidate will: Possess experience in the field of estate agency Have proven capability of leading by example Be able to demonstrate great customer service skills Hold a full valid UK driving licence Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents, Letting Agents and Financial Services Professionals into permanent positions. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
Director - Building Surveyor An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Building Surveyor to join one of the UK's fastest growing property consultancies in the role of Director. This is an opportunity to help shape and grow a thriving Building Surveying team, influence the direction of a successful regional business, and play a key role in its continued expansion across the North West and beyond. The Opportunity Joining an established Manchester team of Building Surveyors, you'll sit within the leadership team and help to drive the next phase of growth. With a strong pipeline of work there's a genuine opportunity to make your mark whilst enjoying the backing of a highly respected consultancy. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, client engagement, and project delivery. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading and delivering a diverse range of building surveying commissions across both public and private sectors. Developing and mentoring the next generation of surveyors. Building and strengthening client relationships whilst identifying new business opportunities. Supporting the continued growth and success of the Manchester office. Working collaboratively with architects, project managers, valuers and other specialist teams. Projects You'll Be Involved In No two days are the same. You'll work across an exciting and varied portfolio including: Education and local authority projects Commercial office refurbishments Retail and shopping centre schemes Technical Due Diligence Dilapidations Contract Administration Insurance reinstatement works High rise residential projects About You We're looking for someone who can inspire others whilst remaining technically strong. You'll ideally have: MRICS Chartered status Strong client facing Building Surveying experience Leadership and mentoring experience A passion for developing teams and growing client relationships A commercial mindset and ambition to help drive a successful business Why Join? Join a business investing heavily in its future Lead a talented and growing Building Surveying team Work on a varied, high quality project portfolio Modern Manchester city centre offices Collaborative, supportive culture Excellent bonus and benefits package Clear opportunities to influence the direction of the business and progress your career If you're looking for a genuine leadership opportunity where your ideas, experience and ambition will have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
04/08/2026
Full time
Director - Building Surveyor An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Building Surveyor to join one of the UK's fastest growing property consultancies in the role of Director. This is an opportunity to help shape and grow a thriving Building Surveying team, influence the direction of a successful regional business, and play a key role in its continued expansion across the North West and beyond. The Opportunity Joining an established Manchester team of Building Surveyors, you'll sit within the leadership team and help to drive the next phase of growth. With a strong pipeline of work there's a genuine opportunity to make your mark whilst enjoying the backing of a highly respected consultancy. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, client engagement, and project delivery. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading and delivering a diverse range of building surveying commissions across both public and private sectors. Developing and mentoring the next generation of surveyors. Building and strengthening client relationships whilst identifying new business opportunities. Supporting the continued growth and success of the Manchester office. Working collaboratively with architects, project managers, valuers and other specialist teams. Projects You'll Be Involved In No two days are the same. You'll work across an exciting and varied portfolio including: Education and local authority projects Commercial office refurbishments Retail and shopping centre schemes Technical Due Diligence Dilapidations Contract Administration Insurance reinstatement works High rise residential projects About You We're looking for someone who can inspire others whilst remaining technically strong. You'll ideally have: MRICS Chartered status Strong client facing Building Surveying experience Leadership and mentoring experience A passion for developing teams and growing client relationships A commercial mindset and ambition to help drive a successful business Why Join? Join a business investing heavily in its future Lead a talented and growing Building Surveying team Work on a varied, high quality project portfolio Modern Manchester city centre offices Collaborative, supportive culture Excellent bonus and benefits package Clear opportunities to influence the direction of the business and progress your career If you're looking for a genuine leadership opportunity where your ideas, experience and ambition will have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Overview: Are you an Estate Agent with a proven track record in sales, valuation and listing of residential property? Are you currently working in Estate Agency and feeling unsettled or undervalued within your current position? If you are a Senior Negotiator, Senior Valuer / Lister, Assistant Manager, Sales Manager or Valuations Manager looking for your next career move up the property ladder we would like to hear from you. Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Remuneration: £27,000 - £28,000 Basic Salary £45,000 - £50,000 On Target Earnings Company Car / Allowance Generous holiday allowance increasing each year Carry over holiday allowances to the following year Salary sacrifice pension Plus many other benefits This is a chance to join an award winning property company who are going through exciting periods of growth and who offer tailored award winning training and development programmes at all levels. By being part of this opportunity you will get a lot more than just a career, you will be provided with the tools and opportunities to create a long term goal to be part of an ever growing group of property experts. Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Duties: In a typical day, you will: Plan, direct and lead the operations of the team alongside the Sales Manager Manage the sales side of the office when the Sales manager is away Developing new business opportunities Achieving personal and branch targets Valuing property to sell as appropriate Conducting property viewings Advising vendors of their legal obligations, together with practical suggestions about the marketing of the property Qualifying applicants to assess their financial position and suitability prior to arranging viewings Introducing new business and building alliances with developers within the local community through active networking Ensuring an up-to-date knowledge of market conditions and competitor activities Selling all company products and services strongly and ethically to vendors, purchasers and their advisers alike for a productive outcome Contributing new marketing ideas and proactively supporting marketing initiatives Ensure all staff are trained to satisfactory standards Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Who Qualifies?: The successful candidate will: Possess experience in the field of estate agency Have proven capability of leading by example Be able to demonstrate great customer service skills Hold a full valid UK driving licence Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents, Letting Agents and Financial Services Professionals into permanent positions. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
04/08/2026
Full time
Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Overview: Are you an Estate Agent with a proven track record in sales, valuation and listing of residential property? Are you currently working in Estate Agency and feeling unsettled or undervalued within your current position? If you are a Senior Negotiator, Senior Valuer / Lister, Assistant Manager, Sales Manager or Valuations Manager looking for your next career move up the property ladder we would like to hear from you. Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Remuneration: £27,000 - £28,000 Basic Salary £45,000 - £50,000 On Target Earnings Company Car / Allowance Generous holiday allowance increasing each year Carry over holiday allowances to the following year Salary sacrifice pension Plus many other benefits This is a chance to join an award winning property company who are going through exciting periods of growth and who offer tailored award winning training and development programmes at all levels. By being part of this opportunity you will get a lot more than just a career, you will be provided with the tools and opportunities to create a long term goal to be part of an ever growing group of property experts. Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Duties: In a typical day, you will: Plan, direct and lead the operations of the team alongside the Sales Manager Manage the sales side of the office when the Sales manager is away Developing new business opportunities Achieving personal and branch targets Valuing property to sell as appropriate Conducting property viewings Advising vendors of their legal obligations, together with practical suggestions about the marketing of the property Qualifying applicants to assess their financial position and suitability prior to arranging viewings Introducing new business and building alliances with developers within the local community through active networking Ensuring an up-to-date knowledge of market conditions and competitor activities Selling all company products and services strongly and ethically to vendors, purchasers and their advisers alike for a productive outcome Contributing new marketing ideas and proactively supporting marketing initiatives Ensure all staff are trained to satisfactory standards Estate Agent Valuations Manager - Who Qualifies?: The successful candidate will: Possess experience in the field of estate agency Have proven capability of leading by example Be able to demonstrate great customer service skills Hold a full valid UK driving licence Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents, Letting Agents and Financial Services Professionals into permanent positions. We cover all specialities of recruitment within the residential property sector to include Residential Sales, Residential Lettings, Property Management, Block Management, Inventory Clerks, RICS Chartered Surveyors, Land and New Homes, CeMAP qualified Financial Services Consultants / Mortgage Advisors, Protection Advisors, Secretarial / Administration. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
