QS

Michael Page; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to manage social housing maintenance contracts for a Tier 1 contractor. This role offers a day rate between £350-£450 with an initial 6 months of guaranteed work. The successful candidate will lead the commercial management of contracts and ensure project delivery within budget, while also mentoring junior team members. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects in the social housing sector, with travel expenses covered.

Benefits

Travel expenses paid

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong background in Social Housing refurbishment or maintenance contracts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of social housing contracts from tender through to final account.
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Prepare and manage monthly valuations and cost reports.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Autonomous work

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

If you’re a Freelance QS with Social Housing experience, this is a great opportunity to join a Tier 1 contractor on an ongoing basis and manage social housing planned & responsive maintenance contracts.

Client Details

Our client is a Tier 1 Contractor with a heavy presence in the Social Housing sector, they are committed to delivering high quality maintenance solutions for housing providers and local authorities with the goal of improving communities.

Description

• Lead commercial management of social housing contracts from tender through to final account
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget, with risk effectively managed and opportunities maximised
• Collaborate with operational teams, subcontractors, and clients to maintain relationships
• Prepare and manage monthly valuations, cost reports & forecasting
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team

Profile

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Strong background in Social Housing - refurbishment or maintenance contracts
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying

Job Offer

• £350-£450 day rate
• Initial 6 months guaranteed then ongoing work
• Opportunity to oversee exciting projects with Tier 1 Contractor
• Travel expenses paid