Quantity Surveyor
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team delivering planned refurbishment and void property programmes within the social housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term framework agreement, taking commercial responsibility for projects from procurement through to final account.
The role offers a blend of office, home, and site-based working, providing the opportunity to work closely with operational teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards.
Projects include a variety of internal and external refurbishment works such as:
- Kitchen and bathroom replacements
- Roofing renewals
- Electrical upgrades
- Heating installations
- Window and door replacements
- Void property refurbishment works
What You''ll Be Doing
As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple refurbishment and maintenance contracts. Responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring contract performance and reporting on changes affecting cost, programme, or risk
- Working closely with Contract Managers to define project specifications and requirements
- Procuring and managing subcontractors throughout project lifecycles
- Valuing and authorising subcontractor payments
- Assisting with budget control and cost management
- Preparing and maintaining project cash flow forecasts
- Producing and submitting monthly valuations and applications for payment
- Raising invoices and ensuring timely receipt of payments
- Developing strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and colleagues
- Supporting procurement activities and subcontractor selection
- Assisting with the preparation and submission of tenders, estimates, and bids
- Attending commercial and client meetings as required
What''s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy or sell additional holiday entitlement
- Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 7.5%
- Company car or car allowance
- Discounted healthcare scheme
- Retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts
- Paid volunteering day each year
- Long service recognition awards
- Flexible and supportive working environment
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within refurbishment, maintenance, or construction projects
- Experience in social housing refurbishment programmes (desirable but not essential)
- Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
- Experience managing subcontract procurement and valuation processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
- Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly
A DBS check will be required for this position.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a well-established and growing contractor delivering essential housing improvements across the region. You''ll be trusted with responsibility, supported in your professional development, and given the opportunity to make a real impact on projects that improve homes and communities. The business values collaboration, inclusion, and work-life balance, creating an environment where individuals can thrive and build long-term careers.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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