Quantity Surveyor

Equans Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life Cover 2x salary

Employee discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

CSR days

Referral Rewards

Employee networks

EAP and wellbeing app

Job summary

Equans is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial governance across a HMCTS project portfolio. The role supports a 12-month fixed-term opportunity with potential to extend, and can be based anywhere in the UK with occasional travel to London and other sites.

You will drive contractual compliance, maximise income, manage risks, and provide commercial leadership to operations and bids. A strong FM/MEP understanding and ARICS-style discipline are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management contracts or FM sector.
• Knowledge of UK commercial law and dispute resolution.
• Understanding of base UK law applicable to Commercial (Construction Act etc).

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of the contract, ensuring obligations are met.
• Maximise income, control costs and manage commercial risks.
• Drive governance, variation and change control processes.
• Provide commercial support to project teams and bids.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships and oversee CVR reporting.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong communication

Financial acumen

Risk management

Contract governance

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Law degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Business Assurance systems

Job description

Job: Project Managers Facility Management Schedule: Full-Time Location: United Kingdom Offer ID: 91393Equans is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team. This is a 12 month FTC role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus and benefits package.Are you an experienced Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? We have an exciting 12-month fixed-term opportunity, with the potential for the role to become permanent, supporting our North West portfolio. The role can be based anywhere in the UK, with occasional travel to London for meetings and some travel across the wider UK as required.You will be responsible for ensuring strong commercial governance, contractual compliance and risk management across a diverse range of contracts. The ideal candidate will have experience within Facilities Management (FM), alongside a strong understanding of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services and refurbishment projects, enabling them to provide effective commercial leadership and support across a varied portfolio.What will you deliver?The Quantity Surveyor will be a member of the commercial resource supporting the operational team within the HMCTS contract where EQUANS complete Project Works. They will provide contract commercial management services and profit improvement along with focus on compliance. In addition, they may be required to support growth within the Sector on the existing contracts as well as new business development initiatives to extend the suite of contracts.The Quantity Surveyor will manage numerous stakeholder relationships, including those with client representatives; EQUANS’s operational teams and other colleagues who provide functional support to the contracts (e.g. risk, finance, HR etc.)Lead the commercial management of the contract, ensuring contractual obligations are met, income is maximised, costs are controlled, and commercial risks are effectively managed and mitigated.Drive contract governance, variation and change control processes, commercial compliance, subcontractor management, and the secure management of commercially sensitive information.Provide commercial support to project and operational teams, promoting awareness of contractual responsibilities, identifying efficiencies, and supporting service optimisation.Build strong client and stakeholder relationships while overseeing cash management, project CVR reporting, and supporting the identification and management of risks associated with contract delivery and major bidding activities.What can we offer you?On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefit package, which includes;25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discountsCycle to work schemeHoliday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing appWho are you?Suitable commercial experience within a similar industry sectorEducated to degree/ diploma level in either Law or Quantity SurveyingUnderstanding and practical application of base UK law applicable to Commercial (Construction Act etc).Ideally a member or training to be member of RICS.Excellent communicatorExcellent financial acumen with an ability to analyse complex data and documentation with accuracy.Sound understanding of risk analysis/management.PC Literate with knowledge of MS applications e.g. Word, Excel.Thorough knowledge and experience of Business Assurance systems.Who are we?In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.What's next?If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey.\"We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview. To find out more about this scheme please click here .The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.