Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with client-side expertise in social housing to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing commercial and contractual management across a portfolio of housing projects, ensuring value for money, robust cost control, and compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.

You will act as the commercial lead from project inception through to completion, working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to deliver high-quality, cost-effective housing outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide full commercial and cost management services on social housing projects from feasibility to final account

Prepare and manage budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts

Procure and manage consultants and contractors in line with organisational and public sector procurement frameworks

Assess contractor applications for payment and manage variations and change control

Monitor project costs and risks, producing regular financial reports for senior stakeholders

Lead on contract administration and commercial compliance

Support value engineering and ensure best value is achieved across projects

Manage final accounts and project close-out procedures

Ensure projects align with funding requirements, regulatory standards, and internal governance

Work collaboratively with development, asset management, and technical teams

Essential Requirements

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

Proven experience working in a client-side role

Strong background in social housing, affordable housing, or public sector construction

Sound knowledge of construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC)

Experience managing budgets and commercial risk on multiple projects

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Strong analytical and reporting capabilities

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Desirable

MRICS or working towards chartership

Experience working within a housing association, local authority, or public sector body

Knowledge of grant-funded projects and funding compliance

Experience with framework agreements and partnering contracts

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Support with professional development and chartership

Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that deliver real social value

Supportive and collaborative working environment