Quantity Surveyor - Facade Remediation - Leicester

Randstad Construction & Property; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction & Property in the Midlands is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for facade remediation work in Leicester. The contract role covers full commercial management from pre-construction through final account settlement, with a day rate of 400–450 and potential transition to permanent.

The post requires a solid Main Contractor background and hands-on cost control across remediation schemes. You will work from office and site bases in and around Leicester, handling tenders, interim

Qualifications

• Main Contractor background with direct experience on remediation or facade projects.
• Hands-on QS with procurement, CVRs, variations, and final accounts.
• Familiarity with facades, cladding, drylining or remediation packages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle full commercial management of facade, cladding and remediation packages.
• Procure trade subcontracts, analyse tenders and negotiate terms.
• Produce CVRs and cash flow forecasts monthly.
• Manage interim valuations, payment applications and notices.
• Administer variation accounts and assess scope changes.
• Agree final accounts with subcontractors and clients.
• Collaborate with project managers and site teams to mitigate risks.

Skills

Main Contractor Experience

QS Toolkit (CVRs/Final Accounts)

Procurement & Subcontracts

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor - Facade Remediation (Contract / Temp to Perm)

Location: Leicester (Office & Site Based)
Sector: Specialist Subcontracting / Main Contracting / Remediation
Employment Type: Contract (with Temp to Perm potential)
Day Rate: 400 to 450 per day

POSITION OVERVIEW
A specialist facade remediation contractor is looking for a versatile Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Leicester.

This role is available on a contract basis paying 400 to 450 per day, with the openness to transition into a permanent position depending on fit and experience. Designed for a commercial specialist with a solid Main Contractor background, you will take full commercial responsibility for assigned remediation schemes, managing trade packages, cost reporting, and accounts from pre-construction through to final account settlement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle full commercial management of facade, cladding, and external remediation packages.
• Procure trade subcontracts, analyze tenders, and negotiate terms.
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage interim valuations, applications for payment, and payment notices.
• Administer variation accounts and assess scope changes accurately.
• Agree final accounts with both trade subcontractors and main contractor clients.
• Work closely with project managers and site teams to mitigate commercial risks.

REQUIREMENTS

• Main Contractor Background: Solid experience working directly for a Main Contractor or Major Subcontractor.
• All-Rounder QS Toolkit: Proven hands-on capability across procurement, CVRs, variations, and final accounts.
• Package Knowledge: Experience with facades, cladding, drylining, or structural remediation is beneficial, but core main contracting QS skills are primary.
• Location: Able to work from office and site bases in and around Leicester.
• Licence: Full UK driving licence.

OFFER

• Competitive day rate of 400 to 450 per day.
• Flexible contract setup with a genuine temp to perm pathway.
• Opportunity to work with a growing specialist in a high-demand sector.
• Involvement in long term remediation schemes across Leicester and the East Midlands.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.