Temporary Quantity Surveyor

Temporary Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing Refurbishment

Merseyside | £25-£35 per hour | Immediate Start

Our client is seeking a Temporary Quantity Surveyor to support ongoing social housing refurbishment projects across occupied properties. You will provide commercial oversight and cost control, ensuring schemes are delivered efficiently, within budget and fully compliant with contractual and regulatory standards.

• Managing all commercial aspects across refurbishment work programmes
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, variations and final accounts
• Monitoring costs, budgets and financial forecasting throughout project life cycles
• Assessing subcontractor quotations and negotiating competitive rates
• Conducting site visits to verify progress, quality and measured works
• Working collaboratively with contractors, site teams and internal stakeholders
• Ensuring projects align with schedule of rates (SOR) and contractual obligations
• Supporting risk management, cost planning and commercial reporting
• Maintaining accurate project records and audit-ready documentation
• Promoting best practice in procurement, compliance and health & safety

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within social housing refurbishment
• Strong commercial awareness and familiarity with SOR frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple work streams across occupied housing stock
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confident user of Excel and commercial reporting systems
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport for site travel

• £25-£35 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE or umbrella
• Opportunity to work with a respected, community-focused housing provider
• Supportive team and clear project structures
• A stable temporary role with consistent workload
• Autonomy in managing your day-to-day responsibilities
• The chance to make a real impact on the quality of housing across Merseyside

If you're interested in this opportunity, please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.