Quantity Surveyor - Planned Works & Voids (Social Housing)

Construction Resources Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension

25 days annual leave

Healthcare options

Performance bonus

Training & progression

Volunteer day

Job summary

Construction Resources Limited is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage planned maintenance and void refurbishment programmes within social housing. You will survey, scope, measure, value, and commercially control works under Schedule of Rates contracts.

The role requires strong communication, stakeholder management, and Excel-based cost management, with duties spanning valuations, variations, reporting, and compliance across multiple live projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or Commercial Management roles.
• Experience within social housing, planned maintenance, voids, or refurbishment environments.
• Strong knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing frameworks.
• Experience working within measured term contracts and maintenance frameworks.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site surveys and assess planned maintenance and void refurbishment works.
• Prepare scopes of work, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Measure, price, and value works using Schedule of Rates frameworks.
• Review variations, identify commercial risks, and support cost control.
• Produce accurate valuations and pricing submissions within agreed deadlines.
• Review drawings, client requirements, and subcontractor quotations.
• Support operational and commercial teams throughout contract delivery.
• Liaise with clients, contract managers, and site teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, pricing documentation, and reporting information.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Excel

Measuring & costing

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Education

Degree or equivalent in construction

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Construction Resources Limited is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage planned maintenance and void refurbishment programmes within social housing. You will survey, scope, measure, value, and commercially control works under Schedule of Rates contracts.

The role requires strong communication, stakeholder management, and Excel-based cost management, with duties spanning valuations, variations, reporting, and compliance across multiple live projects.