Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contracting firm in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage energy-efficient refurbishment projects. The role involves full commercial management, cost planning, and ensuring compliance with PAS 2030 standards. With a salary range of £45,000 - £65,000, candidates will benefit from a stable workload and the opportunity to contribute to sustainability-focused initiatives. Applicants should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and strong commercial awareness.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package

Long-term stable workload

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in a full Quantity Surveyor role.
• Background in refurbishment, retrofit, or social housing projects.
• Knowledge of PAS 2030 / energy efficiency frameworks (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of multiple retrofit projects.
• Cost planning, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Ensuring commercial compliance with PAS 2030 and MCS frameworks.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Subcontractor management skills

Strong communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Retrofit & Energy Efficiency Works

East Midlands - £45,000 - £65,000 + package

About the company

An established and growing contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of energy‑efficient refurbishment and retrofit projects across the East Midlands and surrounding regions.

The business operates predominantly within social housing refurbishment and external wall insulation (EWI) programmes and delivers works in line with current sustainability and compliance standards.

Project Scope Includes

• Social Housing Refurbishment
• External Wall Insulation (EWI)
• Re‑roofing and window replacements
• Loft insulation and room‑in‑roof solutions
• Internal Wall Insulation (IWI)
• Solar PV installations
• Air Source Heat Pumps
• All works are delivered in line with PAS 2030:2023 and MCS standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of multiple retrofit projects
• Cost planning, valuations, variations and final accounts
• Subcontractor procurement and account management
• Ensuring commercial compliance with PAS 2030 and MCS frameworks
• Supporting project delivery teams with cost control and reporting
• Producing regular commercial reports for senior management

Candidate Requirements

• 5‑10 years' experience in a full Quantity Surveyor role
• Background in refurbishment, retrofit, or social housing projects
• Strong commercial awareness and subcontractor management skills
• Knowledge of PAS 2030 / energy efficiency frameworks (desirable)
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Strong communication and organisational skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £65,000, depending on experience
• Attractive benefits package
• Long‑term, stable workload with a growing pipeline of projects
• Opportunity to work on sustainability‑led and energy efficiency programmes

Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.