Closing Date: 30/12/2026 Quantity Surveyor Leeds - Salaried Affordable Housebuilding & Refurbishment Explore

Esh Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Esh Living in Leeds is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of contracts within our housing sector, delivering medium-to-large-scale developments.

You will build relationships, procure sub-contractors, administer contracts, and prepare valuations, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. This role emphasizes cost control, change management, and collaboration with project teams to ensure value for money.

Qualifications

• HND or degree in Quantity Surveying or Built Environment (or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience on construction projects.
• Working knowledge of NEC/JCT contract conditions.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Valid driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of contracts within the division.
• Build relationships with supply chain, consultants and clients as appropriate.
• Procurement of sub-contractors in line with programme and policy.
• Administer sub-contracts and payments to sub-contractors.
• Prepare and submit external valuations aligned with contract requirements.
• Forecast external valuations through to final account with clients.
• Measure quantities on site and from drawings when required.
• Evaluate variations and provisional sums and monitor costs.
• Manage internal valuations and cost value reconciliations per reporting timetable.
• Maintain accurate records and support change management.
• Identify delays and communicate with the project team.
• Minimise non-recoverable costs and price project variations.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Planning & prioritisation

Time management

Education

HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Built Environment

Valid driving licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This role is based within Esh Living’s new build housing division which delivers medium-to-large-scale affordable housing developments, as well as multi-apartment retirement living and extra care developments. This division takes projects from the early stages of development, through pre-construction, technical and on-site delivery.

About the role:

We’re seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of contracts within our sector. You’ll play a key role in ensuring projects are on track financially, ensure smooth operations, and deliver measurable value.

Location:

Leeds

What we will expect from you:

• Build working relationships with supply chain, consultants, and clients where appropriate
• Procurement of sub-contractors in line with target programme and company policy
• Contract administration of sub-contracts
• Timely and accurate assessment and payment of sub-contractors’ applications and issue of payment notifications to sub-contractor
• Preparation and submission of external valuations in a timely manner to align with the contract requirements
• Management and accurate forecasting of the external valuations through to the final account agreement with our Clients
• Measurement of quantities both on site and from drawings, where required
• Timely and accurate evaluation of variations/provisional sum expenditure and monitoring of the same
• Civils -Weekly direct labour & plant subcontractor payments if required
• Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost value reconciliations in line with the Commercial reporting timetable
• Ensure good quality & accurate records are maintained
• Delay identification/notification/ in tandem with project team
• Effective change management in line with contract
• Manage and minimise non recoverable costs on projects
• Price and effectively agree all project variations

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

What to Expect from us:

At Esh, our values shape the way we work every day — and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join us.

• Care:We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work
• Trust:You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed
• Integrity:We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision‑making
• Respect:We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity
• Working Together:Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results

Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.

Qualifications:

• Relevant HND, Degree in Quantity Surveying, Built environment or equivalent, desirable
• Minimum of three years’ experience working on projects within construction sector
• Working knowledge of contract conditions such as NEC,JCT
• Proficient in the use of MS Office
• Valid Driving licence

Attributes & Skills:

• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels
• Excellent attention to detail
• Prioritise and plan to deliver agreed objectives
• Able to produce accurate work within required deadlines
• Keep people informed of progress on key tasks
• Takes responsibility for managing own performance and personal development
• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner