Quantity Surveyor at Persimmon Homes in Norwich, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

coins setup

budget management

subcontract negotiation

payments processing

team mentoring

valuation reporting

Given proven experience the role will involve mentoring and training junior members of the team and developing their skills to a sufficient level where they can take on more responsibility and add value to the team, thus improving productivity within the region.
To primarily be responsible for up to 3 or 4 sites of varying complexity whilst setting up budgets, producing bi-monthly valuations (CVR's), appointing subcontractors and making subcontractor payments to maintain close cost control and enable management decisions.
Undertake negotiations to obtain the optimum rates for sub-contract appointments to maximise margins.
Utilise the Persimmon Group COINS system to set up new sites and establish budget, predicting site profitability for financial planning verification.
Ensure weekly and monthly payments are processed efficiently, any disputed items are resolved, allowing site works to proceed unhindered and give an accurate picture of site financial status.
Liaison with other departments on time to ensure sites run efficiently (Construction, Sales, Customer Care, Accounts).
Comply with responsibilities as defined in the Group's Health, Safety & Environment Policy and ensure compliance with the same throughout the team to promote safety in the way we build projects.
On occasion provide assistance to the Commercial Manager when making key business decisions and attend regular regional meetings as the relevant subject expert.
Produce site valuations on a bi-monthly basis and present to the Board of Directors to indicate any variation from budgeted figures.
Ensure that on occasion when deputising for the Manager the team are allocated tasks, where quality of work will need to be verified to maintain it is completed to a good standard within company guidelines.

Requirements

word

excel

driving licence

project management

residential

hnd/hnc

Fully conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel
Full UK driving licence
Ability to oversee a number of different projects at different stages of development, whilst having exceptional project management and time management skills.
Previous experience in the UK residential house building sector
Minimum of HND/HNC in building relating studies

Benefits

Life Cover & Contributory Pension
Health Care
Employee Benefits Platform – giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
Competitive salary
Company car/Car allowance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1972

Year Established

Operated consistently as a leading homebuilder in the UK since its founding year.

£3+ Billion

Annual Revenue

Achieved significant financial performance with over £3 billion in reported revenue.

Creating large-scale residential communities across the UK.
Committed to high-quality homes and sustainability in the residential sector.
Specializes in affordable homes, luxury developments, and mixed-use residential estates.
Operates through multiple regional offices, delivering homes in both urban and rural settings.
Notable for a customer-centric approach, focusing on design quality and value for money.
Known for delivering homes on time and within budget, establishing a trusted reputation in UK housing.

Culture + Values

Customer Focused – “Our customers are our first priority… by treating them fairly and with integrity.”
Value Driven – “Deliver the best value, high quality homes… encouraging entrepreneurship, innovation and cost‑efficiency.”
Team Work – “We are one team, working in an open and collaborative manner… embrace diversity and new ideas.”
Social Impact – “Build homes for the future in sustainable communities… leave a legacy that delivers economic, social and environmental value.”
Excellence Always – “Strive to be excellent in all that we do… build the best value, high quality homes in the most cost‑effi cient manner.”
Open culture – “Encourages frank and honest discussion… people feel able to be their authentic selves at work.”
Flexible working – “Culture based on trust… you’ll want to do the right thing, and make the right decisions.”

Environment + Sustainability

46.2% Reduction

Scope 1+2 Emissions

Reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

22% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Reduction in Scope 3 emissions per m² floor area from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

146,068 Trees

Planted Across Developments

Approximately 146,068 trees planted across developments.

98% Waste

Recycled

98% of operational waste recycled in 2024.

Netzero carbon homes in use by 2030
Netzero carbon operations by 2040
Longterm net zero valuechain target by 2045 (SBTi pathway)
Maintain NHBC reportable items at 0.26 for year ending 31 Dec 2024
Achieve 10% Biodiversity Net Gain on all new developments
Ensure HBF five-star customer satisfaction rating
Employee training: 15,350 training days delivered
Average home SAP rating 84 (B EPC)
Zero-carbon home pilot at Germany Beck, York: ASHP, solar PV, MVHR, wastewater heat recovery, EV charging
235 sites served by own timberframe, brick and tile factories in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

40% Female Employees

Target Representation

40% of total employees should be female by end of 2025.

32% Managers

Female Representation

Currently, 32% of managers are female, with a target of 45%.

34% Senior Management

Female Representation

34% of senior management are female, nearing the 35% target.

39% Salaried

Female Employees

39% of salaried employees are female, approaching the 45% target.

50 Apprentices

Female Recruitment Target

Targeting 50 female apprentices/technical trainees in construction roles.

Completed external D&I review in early 2022.
Established D&I Working Group and Council.
Formed Employee Panel to inform progress.
Implemented diversity training across the Group.
Achieved Living Wage Foundation accreditation.
Include all employees and subcontractors in Living Wage certification.

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Role

Description

coins setup

budget management

subcontract negotiation

payments processing

team mentoring

valuation reporting

Given proven experience the role will involve mentoring and training junior members of the team and developing their skills to a sufficient level where they can take on more responsibility and add value to the team, thus improving productivity within the region.
To primarily be responsible for up to 3 or 4 sites of varying complexity whilst setting up budgets, producing bi-monthly valuations (CVR's), appointing subcontractors and making subcontractor payments to maintain close cost control and enable management decisions.
Undertake negotiations to obtain the optimum rates for sub-contract appointments to maximise margins.
Utilise the Persimmon Group COINS system to set up new sites and establish budget, predicting site profitability for financial planning verification.
Ensure weekly and monthly payments are processed efficiently, any disputed items are resolved, allowing site works to proceed unhindered and give an accurate picture of site financial status.
Liaison with other departments on time to ensure sites run efficiently (Construction, Sales, Customer Care, Accounts).
Comply with responsibilities as defined in the Group's Health, Safety & Environment Policy and ensure compliance with the same throughout the team to promote safety in the way we build projects.
On occasion provide assistance to the Commercial Manager when making key business decisions and attend regular regional meetings as the relevant subject expert.
Produce site valuations on a bi-monthly basis and present to the Board of Directors to indicate any variation from budgeted figures.
Ensure that on occasion when deputising for the Manager the team are allocated tasks, where quality of work will need to be verified to maintain it is completed to a good standard within company guidelines.

Requirements

word

excel

driving licence

project management

residential

hnd/hnc

Fully conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel
Full UK driving licence
Ability to oversee a number of different projects at different stages of development, whilst having exceptional project management and time management skills.
Previous experience in the UK residential house building sector
Minimum of HND/HNC in building relating studies

Benefits

Life Cover & Contributory Pension
Health Care
Employee Benefits Platform – giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
Competitive salary
Company car/Car allowance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1972

Year Established

Operated consistently as a leading homebuilder in the UK since its founding year.

£3+ Billion

Annual Revenue

Achieved significant financial performance with over £3 billion in reported revenue.

Creating large-scale residential communities across the UK.
Committed to high-quality homes and sustainability in the residential sector.
Specializes in affordable homes, luxury developments, and mixed-use residential estates.
Operates through multiple regional offices, delivering homes in both urban and rural settings.
Notable for a customer-centric approach, focusing on design quality and value for money.
Known for delivering homes on time and within budget, establishing a trusted reputation in UK housing.

Culture + Values

Customer Focused – “Our customers are our first priority… by treating them fairly and with integrity.”
Value Driven – “Deliver the best value, high quality homes… encouraging entrepreneurship, innovation and cost‑efficiency.”
Team Work – “We are one team, working in an open and collaborative manner… embrace diversity and new ideas.”
Social Impact – “Build homes for the future in sustainable communities… leave a legacy that delivers economic, social and environmental value.”
Excellence Always – “Strive to be excellent in all that we do… build the best value, high quality homes in the most cost‑effi cient manner.”
Open culture – “Encourages frank and honest discussion… people feel able to be their authentic selves at work.”
Flexible working – “Culture based on trust… you’ll want to do the right thing, and make the right decisions.”

Environment + Sustainability

46.2% Reduction

Scope 1+2 Emissions

Reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

22% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Reduction in Scope 3 emissions per m² floor area from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

146,068 Trees

Planted Across Developments

Approximately 146,068 trees planted across developments.

98% Waste

Recycled

98% of operational waste recycled in 2024.

Netzero carbon homes in use by 2030
Netzero carbon operations by 2040
Longterm net zero valuechain target by 2045 (SBTi pathway)
Maintain NHBC reportable items at 0.26 for year ending 31 Dec 2024
Achieve 10% Biodiversity Net Gain on all new developments
Ensure HBF five-star customer satisfaction rating
Employee training: 15,350 training days delivered
Average home SAP rating 84 (B EPC)
Zero-carbon home pilot at Germany Beck, York: ASHP, solar PV, MVHR, wastewater heat recovery, EV charging
235 sites served by own timberframe, brick and tile factories in 2024