Quantity Surveyor

Lumensol; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Lumensol is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in the South region. You will take ownership of workstreams, deliver cost control, and support client projects across housing, customer, and asset streams.

With 3+ years in housing-focused QS roles, you will analyze data, prepare reports, and drive commercial processes. A degree/HNC in QS or related field is required, with strong Excel/Power BI skills and contract knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role in the housing sector
• Relevant Qualifications – Degree/HNC in Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying
• Experience with Reactive/ Planned/Cyclical Maintenance contracts/ cost models
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI, specifically Power Query, M Query and Dax
• Schedule of Rates (SoR) experience
• Experience with negotiation and influencing
• Knowledge of TAC/ TPC,NEC & JCT Contracts
• Review and assess the works submitted through the application for payment process, ensuring the commercial mechanism is appropriately applied and that the required notices are issued in accordance with the contract conditions
• Preparing applications for payment (on behalf of a client) in accordance with the contract conditions
• Prepare monthly reports on the cost, progress, and performance where required
• Resolve disputes, queries, or claims that may arise between the clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Monitor and control costs and budgets of projects, ensuring that they are completed within the agreed time and quality standards
• Support in the review, design, implementation and adherence to robust commercial processes, templates, timetables, and commercial control mechanisms to ensure commercial assurances
• Support in the negotiation and agreement of contracts, prices, and variations with clients, contractors, and/or subcontractors
• Supporting in the preparation and review of tender documents, bills of quantities, and commercial mechanisms for various work streams and projects
• Assisting in identifying key risks and opportunities provide guidance on how to develop or mitigate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned workstreams and support project delivery for client organisations
• Conduct data analysis, prepare reports, and contribute to solution development
• Assist in designing and implementing processes that improve service quality and efficiency
• Maintain compliance with Lumensol policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to support project success
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and development activities
• Uphold Lumensol values and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Housing sector experience

Maintenance contracts experience

Negotiation & influencing

Contract management experience

Payment applications

Cost reporting & budgeting

Dispute resolution

Client & stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree/HNC in Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Power Query

M Query

DAX

Schedule of Rates (SoR)

Job description

Quantity Surveyor

Department: Commercial

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: South

Description

To support our continued growth, we are looking to employ a Consultant to join our consulting team.

This role will work closely with client organisations and internal teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services across Housing, Customer, and Asset departments. The Consultant will take ownership of specific workstreams, contribute to project delivery, and ensure services meet agreed standards for safety, reliability, and efficiency.

• 3+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role in the housing sector
• Relevant Qualifications – Degree/HNC in Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying
• Experience with Reactive/ Planned/Cyclical Maintenance contracts/ cost models
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI, specifically Power Query, M Query and Dax
• Schedule of Rates (SoR) experience
• Experience with negotiation and influencing
• Knowledge of TAC/ TPC,NEC & JCT Contracts
• Review and assess the works submitted through the application for payment process, ensuring the commercial mechanism is appropriately applied and that the required notices are issued in accordance with the contract conditions
• Preparing applications for payment (on behalf of a client) in accordance with the contract conditions
• Prepare monthly reports on the cost, progress, and performance where required
• Resolve disputes, queries, or claims that may arise between the clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Monitor and control costs and budgets of projects, ensuring that they are completed within the agreed time and quality standards
• Support in the review, design, implementation and adherence to robust commercial processes, templates, timetables, and commercial control mechanisms to ensure commercial assurances
• Support in the negotiation and agreement of contracts, prices, and variations with clients, contractors, and/or subcontractors
• Supporting in the preparation and review of tender documents, bills of quantities, and commercial mechanisms for various work streams and projects
• Assisting in identifying key risks and opportunities provide guidance on how to develop or mitigate.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned workstreams and support project delivery for client organisations
• Conduct data analysis, prepare reports, and contribute to solution development
• Assist in designing and implementing processes that improve service quality and efficiency
• Maintain compliance with Lumensol policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to support project success
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and development activities
• Uphold Lumensol values and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and provide insights
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and colleagues
• Ability to manage assigned workstreams and deliver to agreed timelines and quality standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Organised, professional, and proactive approach to work
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to follow processes and maintain compliance with policies and procedures.

Benefits

Lumensol offers a generous benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), competitive pension scheme, discretionary bonus scheme, Private Health Insurance, and Life Insurance.

To aid continued development and foster team working, we also engage our employees in training and strategy days, team updates, and core training.