Quantity Surveyor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance (£2,142)

Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH)

28 days annual leave

Pension with life assurance (3x salary

Health Cash Plan

Dependent children healthcare

Discounts

Job summary

Service Care Solutions Ltd is partnering with a North East housing association to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor in Ashington to support a £121m investment programme across 2026-2031.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will manage valuations, cost control, procurement, and contract administration across planned works, while ensuring budget, quality and compliance. Hybrid working is available with 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Chartered status, degree qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience delivering quantity surveying services within construction/housing.
• Strong background in contract administration, procurement, budget management and commercial control.

Responsibilities

• Managing valuations, certifications, variations and final accounts across planned investment programmes.
• Supporting contract administration and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and regulations.
• Monitoring project cost performance, cashflow and programme delivery with risk mitigation.
• Conducting site visits to assess work in progress and project outcomes.
• Assisting in tender documentation, pricing schedules and procurement activities.
• Supporting value-for-money initiatives and social value outcomes.
• Building relationships with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.

Skills

Chartered status or degree-equivalent

Quantity surveying experience

Contract administration

Budget management

Commercial control

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree in a related discipline

Job description

Quantity Surveyor Permanent £50,479 + £2,142 Car Allowance Ashington and/or Durham Hybrid Working Available 37 Hours per Week

I'm delighted to be partnering with a leading North East housing association as they look to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Assets & Property team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a £121m investment programme that will improve homes, communities and neighbourhoods across the region as part of an ambitious 2026-2031 corporate strategy. If you're a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with experience of contract administration, cost control and project delivery within construction, housing or property maintenance environments, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine social impact while developing your career within a highly respected organisation.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Commercial/Programme Manager, you will be responsible for delivering the day-to-day quantity surveying function across planned investment and asset management programmes. You will work closely with internal teams, contractors and consultants to ensure commercial performance is effectively managed, contracts are administered correctly and projects are delivered in line with budget, quality and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing valuations, certifications, variations and final accounts across a range of planned investment programmes.
• Supporting contract administration and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, financial regulations and relevant construction legislation.
• Monitoring project cost performance, cashflow and programme delivery, identifying risks and supporting mitigation strategies.
• Conducting site visits and inspections to assess work in progress, commercial performance and project outcomes.
• Assisting in the preparation of tender documentation, pricing schedules and procurement activities.
• Supporting the delivery of value for money initiatives and maximising social value outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Contributing to service improvements, process efficiencies and best practice across the asset management function.

What We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from Quantity Surveyors who can demonstrate:

• Chartered status, degree qualification, or equivalent relevant experience within a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering quantity surveying services within the construction sector.
• Strong background in contract administration, procurement, budget management and commercial control.
• Experience working collaboratively with contractors, consultants and wider project teams.
• Ability to analyse complex financial and project data to support informed decision making.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a Client-Side Quantity Surveyor.
• Knowledge of the housing sector and planned investment programmes.
• Understanding of current and emerging regulatory requirements affecting housing, building safety and construction.

What's on Offer?

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• £2,142 annual car allowance
• Generous pension scheme with life assurance (3x salary)
• Health Cash Plan with over £1,000 annual healthcare benefits
• Eligible dependent children included within the healthcare scheme
• Retail, leisure, travel and gym discounts
• Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home per week
• The opportunity to play a key role in delivering improvements to homes and communities across the North East

About the Organisation

Our client is one of the largest housing providers in the North East, delivering high-quality homes and services to tens of thousands of customers across the region. With a strong focus on customer service, collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement, they are investing heavily in their housing stock and neighbourhoods to ensure residents have safe, sustainable and high-quality homes for the future.