Quantity Surveyor

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Redditch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Redditch seeks a qualified Quantity Surveyor to develop contract documentation and manage procurement for housing services. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in the construction industry and a degree in Quantity Surveying. Benefits include a local government pension, flexible working options, and 25 days of leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Local Government pension

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience with pre and post contract duties.
• Familiarity with financial measurement and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop appropriate contract documentation.
• Procure goods, services, and works contracts.
• Prepare financial reports for projects and contracts.

Skills

Post qualification experience in the Construction Industry

Knowledge of various forms of Building Contracts

Experience of budget management

Ability to prepare contract administration documents

Flexible and proactive attitude

Education

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services. The Councils are committed to being a customer driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do; focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.

The role

The post holder will be responsible for the development of appropriate contract documentation, procurement of goods, services and works contracts across Housing Property Services. With the delivery of these contracts the post holder is responsible for the financial measurement and valuation of works, preparing interim payments and final accounts together with all necessary project related financial reports.

Key Requirements

• To prepare contract documents (Tenders, Bills of Quantities, Work schedules, Specifications and Schedule of Rates) and to procure goods, services and works contracts. This will include participating in the evaluation of tenders and reporting on the outcome.
• To undertake site measurement and the valuation of works undertaken including the preparation of payment notification and all relevant associated documentation.
• To prepare and agree costs for variations and non-standard items of work.
• To prepare, analyse and agree claims and final accounts.
• To produce relevant financial reports for projects and contracts.
• To maintain knowledge of standard methods of measurement and standard forms of contracts.
• To assess, collate and present leaseholder contributions together with relevant service charges and conduct a review where required.
• To assist and prepare any relevant returns associated with Government or Regulator requirements including external funding providers.

Skills & experience

• At least 2 years’ post qualification experience within the Construction Industry to include pre and post contract Quantity Surveying duties.
• Knowledge of various forms of Building Contracts
• Experience of budget management covering both revenue and capital together with external funding sources
• Experience of creating and issuing relevant contract administration documents
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying
• Must be flexible and have a ‘can do’ attitude and approach in supporting the demands and specific needs of the service

Additional Information

The Councils offer a range of staff benefits:

• Local Government pension
• Generous leave entitlements starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to employee benefits platform. Where you can find discounts for high street shops, leisure discounts, holiday discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more

Please note: We are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.

What next

Need further information? please contact Penny Bevington (recruiting manager) on 07929 095648 or email [e-mail] or email [e-mail]

Closing date for completed applications: 24 October 2025 (Midnight)

Interviews are due to take place on 6 & 7 November 2025

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Attached documents

Job Description and Person Specification