Quantity Surveyor

Invision Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Medical scheme and life assurance

25 days' annual leave

Job summary

Invision Group is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to support a major social housing refurbishment programme across South London. The role involves commercial management of planned external works including façade, roofing and building envelope refurbishments on high-rise properties, with project values up to £20m.

The ideal candidate will have experience in social housing, planned maintenance or external refurbishment, and will join a contractor known for delivering large-scale works and strong

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing, property maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience working on planned maintenance, external works or framework-based contracts.
• Knowledge of high-rise residential refurbishment, particularly façade, roofing or building envelope works, would be advantageous.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Good commercial awareness and cost control capabilities.
• Understanding of contractual and commercial processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management and financial control of planned works and refurbishment projects.
• Monitor project costs and ensure delivery within budgets.
• Prepare and review subcontractor applications, valuations and final accounts.
• Assess and manage variations with accurate pricing and justification.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts and cost value reconciliations.
• Support budgets and cashflow forecasts for projects.
• Collaborate with operations to achieve commercial objectives.
• Ensure contract terms and client requirements are followed.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and support reporting/audit requirements.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Cost control

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

IT skills

Excel

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing Refurbishment

Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Location: South London

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an established property services and refurbishment contractor seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team, supporting a major social housing refurbishment programme across South London.

The successful candidate will be involved in the commercial management of a range of planned external works projects, including façade, roofing and building envelope refurbishment schemes on high-rise residential properties, with individual project values of up to £20m.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with experience in social housing, planned maintenance or external refurbishment, looking to join an established contractor and play an important role in the commercial delivery of a major programme of works.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management and financial control of planned works and refurbishment projects.
• Manage and monitor project costs, ensuring works are delivered within agreed budgets.
• Prepare and review subcontractor applications, valuations and final accounts.
• Assess and manage variations, ensuring accurate pricing and commercial justification.
• Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts and cost value reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of project budgets and cashflow forecasts.
• Work closely with operational and delivery teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, schedules of rates and client requirements.
• Identify potential commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and support reporting and audit requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing, property maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience working on planned maintenance, external works or framework-based contracts.
• Knowledge of high-rise residential refurbishment, particularly façade, roofing or building envelope works, would be advantageous.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Good commercial awareness and cost control capabilities.
• Understanding of contractual and commercial processes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting systems.
• Relevant construction or commercial qualification (HNC, HND or Degree) desirable.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• Car allowance.
• Bonus scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Medical scheme options and life assurance.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.
• 24/7 GP referral and wellbeing support service.
• Paid volunteer day.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.