Quantity Surveyor

LiveWest Homes Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working 2–3 days in office

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

9% employer pension contributions

Health care plan

Job summary

LiveWest is seeking a detail-focused Quantity Surveyor to join our Property Services team. You will support cost management, CVRs, and reporting across repairs, voids and compliance works, working with the Commercial Manager to ensure value for money.

The role offers hybrid working (2–3 days in the office) from Exeter/ Tovaddon/ Weston or location-based, with DBS clearance. A UK driving licence is required and understanding of JCT contracts is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing or construction sectors.
• Understanding of contracts and industry frameworks (JCT desirable).
• Experience producing CVRs and financial reporting.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage workloads and deadlines.
• Good attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.
• IT proficiency including Teams and databases.
• Understanding of contract, project and programme management.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in housing/construction.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• ONC / HNC in Construction or equivalent.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support competitive tendering processes and contractor appointments to ensure value for money.
• Prepare and support Cost Value Reconcilations (CVRs), identifying risks and opportunities.
• Produce accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasting costs and expenditure.
• Monitor budgets and financial performance, providing analysis and commentary on variances.
• Manage variations, interim payments and final accounts to support accurate reporting.
• Develop and maintain project cashflows for income and expenditure.
• Work closely with Delivery Managers to drive value and performance across projects.
• Support contractor performance management against agreed KPIs.

Skills

Cost management

CVRs

Budgeting

Tendering support

Contract performance

Forecasting

Reading drawings

UK driving licence

Stakeholder comms

Project accounting

Education

ONC / HNC in Construction

QS degree

RICS/CIOB membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

CostX

Job description

We’re looking for a detail-focused and commercially aware Quantity Surveyor to join our Property Services team.

In this role, you’ll support the delivery of our programmes by ensuring projects are managed effectively, remain within budget and deliver value for money. Working alongside the Commercial Manager and wider teams, you’ll play a key role in cost management, contract performance and financial reporting across our responsive, repairs, voids and compliance works.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting competitive tendering processes and contractor appointments to ensure value for money
• Preparing and supporting Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), identifying risks and opportunities
• Producing accurate monthly commercial reports and forecasting costs and expenditure
• Monitoring budgets and financial performance, providing analysis and commentary on variances
• Managing variations, interim payments and final accounts to support accurate reporting
• Developing and maintaining project cashflows for income and expenditure
• Working closely with Delivery Managers to drive value and performance across projects
• Supporting contractor performance management against agreed KPIs

Why should I join LiveWest?

At LiveWest, we’re committed to providing quality homes and services to our customers. You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your work will make a real difference in delivering safe, well‑maintained homes. We’ll support your development and provide opportunities to grow your career within a forward‑thinking organisation.

This is a full time role working 37 hours per week. Hybrid Working is available for this role working 2-3 days in the office dependent on business need. You will be based from our one of our head offices - Exeter, Tolvaddon or Weston, depending on candidate location.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.

To be successful in your application for the role of Quantity Surveyor, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level 1 role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience:

Essential skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications:

• Experience within the social housing or construction sector
• Understanding of construction processes, contracts and industry frameworks (JCT knowledge desirable)
• Experience of producing or supporting Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and financial reporting
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines
• Good attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Teams and databases
• Understanding of contract, project and programme management
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within housing or construction
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• ONC / HNC (or higher) in Construction, Building, Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
• Full, valid UK driving licence

Desirable skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications:

• Experience in retrofit or building safety environments
• Experience working with directly employed trades
• Knowledge of tendering and managing publicly funded contracts
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB)

Please note, we are unable to provide CoS for this role; therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of this role without requiring a CoS.

Our Reward and Benefits:

• Working Style: Hybrid working with 2 - 3 days in the office to support your work/life balance.
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).
• Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.
• Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.
• Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.
• Wellbeing Matters: Prioritise your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and free flu jabs.
• Smarter Travel: Save with our Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.
• Giving Back: Up to four paid volunteering days a year to support our communities.

About Us:

At LiveWest, we are united by a shared mission: to create a home for everyone. Each of us takes pride in playing our part in achieving this goal.

Our values guide everything we do - from how we work together to how we deliver exceptional services to our customers. Collaboration is at the heart of LiveWest, and we believe that we achieve more when we deliver together.

As one of the largest employers in the South West, our team of 1,800 talented colleagues provides a wide range of services to our 80,000 customers. We are passionate about nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for people within the communities we serve.

We are committed to supporting our colleagues, giving them the autonomy and encouragement they need to thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures for everyone.

Inclusion at LiveWest:

At LiveWest, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

We believe that our differences drive innovation, creativity, and excellence, and we strive to create an environment where all colleagues can thrive.

As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, a Disability Confident Employer, and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are dedicated to supporting all our colleagues and ensuring that our workplace is welcoming and accessible to all.

We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team.

LiveWest is dedicated to equal opportunity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels.

Join us in our mission to create vibrant and inclusive communities. Make a difference with LiveWest, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued.

You can read more about Inclusion at LiveWest by visiting our website.