Quantity Surveyor

RG Setsquare; Hereford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Enhanced pension scheme 7.5%

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Healthcare scheme discount

Volunteering day

Job summary

RG Setsquare is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team delivering refurbishment and void property programmes within the social housing sector. The role involves taking commercial responsibility from procurement through final account on a long‑term framework, with a blend of office, home, and site-based working to suit project needs.

You will monitor performance, manage subcontract procurement and payments, support cost control and cash flow forecasting, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in refurbishment/maintenance projects.
• Experience with social housing refurbishment programmes is desirable.
• Strong cost management and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contract performance and report on cost, programme, or risk changes.
• Procure and manage subcontractors throughout project lifecycles.
• Value and authorise subcontractor payments and manage cash flow.
• Prepare monthly valuations and applications for payment.
• Develop relationships with clients, contractors and suppliers.
• Assist with tenders, estimates and bids; participate in client meetings.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Cost management

Procurement & valuation

Communication

Team collaboration

IT skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team delivering planned refurbishment and void property programmes within the social housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long‑term framework agreement, taking commercial responsibility for projects from procurement through to final account. The role offers a blend of office, home, and site‑based working, providing the opportunity to work closely with operational teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standards.

Projects include a variety of internal and external refurbishment works such as:

• Kitchen and bathroom replacements
• Roofing renewals
• Electrical upgrades
• Heating installations
• Window and door replacements
• Void property refurbishment works

What You'll Be Doing

As Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of multiple refurbishment and maintenance contracts. Responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring contract performance and reporting on changes affecting cost, programme, or risk
• Working closely with Contract Managers to define project specifications and requirements
• Procuring and managing subcontractors throughout project lifecycles
• Valuing and authorising subcontractor payments
• Assisting with budget control and cost management
• Preparing and maintaining project cash flow forecasts
• Producing and submitting monthly valuations and applications for payment
• Raising invoices and ensuring timely receipt of payments
• Developing strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and colleagues
• Supporting procurement activities and subcontractor selection
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of tenders, estimates, and bids
• Attending commercial and client meetings as required

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell additional holiday entitlement
• Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 7.5%
• Company car or car allowance
• Discounted healthcare scheme
• Retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts
• Paid volunteering day each year
• Long service recognition awards
• Flexible and supportive working environment

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within refurbishment, maintenance, or construction projects
• Experience in social housing refurbishment programmes (desirable but not essential)
• Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
• Experience managing subcontract procurement and valuation processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly
• A DBS check will be required for this position

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy