Project Quantity Surveyor in Leicester, City of Leicester

Energy Jobline CVL; Leicester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy project contractor in Leicester is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to manage two live blocks involving external wall insulation and retrofit projects. The role emphasizes commercial responsibility, managing multiple suppliers, and liaising with various stakeholders. This position offers significant growth potential in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Benefits Package

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience within construction as a Project QS or Quantity Surveyor.
• Ability to navigate complex contract structures and manage targets.
• Willingness to travel regularly to Leicester / East Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for 2 live EWI / SHDF blocks.
• Oversee procurement, valuations, variations, and reporting.
• Work closely with PM and site team to ensure goals.
• Liaise with housing clients, consultants, and partners.
• Support regional commercial manager in best practices.

Skills

Experience as a Project QS or Quantity Surveyor

Background in façade, cladding, EWI, or retrofit projects

Commercially driven with good contract knowledge

Able to manage multiple packages and suppliers

Job description

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Project Quantity Surveyor

Leicester (New Regional Office)

£70,000 - £80,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

Main Contractor – Retrofit, Decarb, EWI, and Cladding

Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing specialist contractors in façade remediation, retrofit/decarbonisation, and planned refurbishment. Following a successful run of framework wins and long-term SHDF retrofit programmes, our client is opening a brand-new regional office in Leicester. We are seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to help deliver 2 active SHDF / EWI low-rise blocks and support our continued growth in the Midlands.

About the Project

You’ll join a regional team focused on delivering 7 low-rise residential blocks through external wall insulation (EWI), cladding upgrades, and full SHDF compliance. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially sharp QS who wants to take ownership, grow with the region, and make a real difference to the performance and safety of UK homes.

Responsibilities

• Take commercial responsibility for 2 live EWI / SHDF blocks in Leicester
• Oversee procurement, valuations, variations, subcontractor payments, and reporting
• Work closely with the PM and site team to ensure profit and delivery goals
• Liaise with housing clients, consultants, and framework partners
• Support the regional commercial manager and help shape best practice

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Project QS or Quantity Surveyor within construction
• Background in façade, cladding, EWI, or retrofit / SHDF projects
• Commercially driven with good contract knowledge (JCT / term partnering etc.)
• Able to manage multiple packages and suppliers in a live delivery environment
• Based in (or willing to travel regularly to) Leicester / East Midlands

Why Join?

• High-growth contractor: Strong order book and financial backing
• New Leicester hub: Shape a new region with support
• Modern, impact-led work: Retrofit, carbon, compliance, safety
• Progression opportunity: Routes to Commercial Manager and above
• Supportive culture: Invested in people, systems, and long-term careers

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