Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes and Reece; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the refurbishment and decarbonisation sector within Social Housing is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Leicester. The role involves managing projects from inception to completion, leading teams, and applying commercial expertise to enhance value for money. Successful candidates will possess a Quantity Surveying Degree, be a RICS member, and have experience in refurbishment works. The company offers a supportive environment, promotes career progression, and provides a competitive package, including a car allowance and generous holiday.

Benefits

Car allowance

Company bonus

25 days holiday + 8BH

Training and Progression

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveying Degree or equivalent is essential.
• Membership in RICS is required.
• Experience in refurbishment, particularly in Social Housing.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontractors and manage material procurement.
• Drive refurbishment and decarbonisation projects.
• Minimise costs while ensuring compliance with legal and quality standards.

Skills

Commercial expertise

Cost management

Project management

Education

Quantity Surveying Degree or equivalent

Member of RICS

Job description

Reference: QS25AP_1753278681
Posted: July 23, 2025

Have you spent the last few years as a Quantity Surveyor for an array of refurbishment works? Do you have knowledge of the Social Housing industry?

What you'll get:

• Car allowance/salary sacrifice company car
• Company bonus
• 25 days holiday + 8BH
• Training and Progression

Key aspects of the role:

Using your commercial expertise to your advantage and drive the refurbishment and decarbonisation projects forward.

• From cradle to grave on various schemes, you'll become an essential member of the team, for which you will be recognised through training and progression.
• Lead the subcontractors, material procurement and commercial management.
• Use your experience to minimise the costs and enhance value for money whilst adhering to legal and quality assurance requirements.

What you'll need:

• Quantity Surveying Degree or equivalent
• Member of RICS
• UK Driving Licence
• Experience in refurbishment, ideally Social Housing.

Who you'll be working for:

Specialising in refurbishment, retrofit and decarbonisation within the Social Housing industry, you'll be supported all the way through your career with training and qualifications to invest in you.

A sought-after company with fresh ideas on how to treat their employees and ample industry experience and knowledge, they have been managing teams for decades to success.

What's next:

If you want to hear more about this Quantity Surveyor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Anna Phillipson in our Sheffield office on 0114 213 0900