Quantity Surveyor

Velocity Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services contractor in South London seeks a Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial aspects of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) project. The role requires experience in planned maintenance and knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts. This position offers a salary up to £55,000 along with a car allowance, pension, healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience within planned maintenance, social housing, or refurbishment sectors.
• Experience managing large-scale contracts in planned maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of the SHDF project from inception to completion.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost forecasts, valuations, and final accounts.

Skills

Experience as a Quantity Surveyor

Knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Property Services Contractor (SHDF Framework)

• SHDF Framework - external and internal works
• South London, scattered properties
• Paying up to £55k + package
• Well known Tier 1 Property Services companies

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work with one of the UK's leading property services companies. They specialise in both in planned and responsive works for RSL'S (registered social landlords) and pride themselves as a market leader. Due to continued company growth, they are looking for a thriving Quantity Surveyor to join their thriving Planned Maintenance Division.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a key player in delivering a landmark project: the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) based in South London.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of the SHDF project from inception to completion.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure costs are effectively monitored and controlled.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost forecasts, valuations, and final accounts.
• Administer subcontractor procurement and payments.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, industry standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Contribute to project reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrate understanding of internal and external tender strategies / build up.
• Work with the Commercial Manager to agree and produce main and subcontract final accounts.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within planned maintenance, social housing, or refurbishment sectors.
• Experience managing large-scale contracts, ideally within the planned maintenance sector.
• Excellent knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 + company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension, healthcare, and other company benefits.
• Opportunity to work on long-term, sustainability-driven frameworks improving homes and communities.
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities within a Tier 1 contractor.

What's it in for you?

• Supportive team environment with real opportunities for career growth.
• Competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and training.