Quantity Surveyors

18 Recruitment Limited; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for experienced Quantity Surveyors to join a client in the social housing sector. This role involves providing cost estimates, managing contracts, and ensuring projects meet regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and proven experience in similar sectors. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered as part of a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on high-impact projects

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying within social housing or similar sectors.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Experience in planned maintenance and refurbishments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate cost estimates for planned works and maintain control over project budgets.
• Prepare tender documents, assess bids, and manage contracts through to completion.
• Oversee project progress, ensuring works are completed on time and within budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities and contractors.
• Ensure all projects meet legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Construction cost management

Tendering processes

Contract administration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for Quantity Surveyors: Social Housing Planned Works

We are seeking experienced and dedicated Quantity Surveyors (QS) to join our client for planned works in the social housing sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, affordable housing projects that make a real difference in communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Estimating & Budgeting: Provide accurate cost estimates for planned works and maintain tight control over project budgets.
• Tendering & Contract Management: Prepare tender documents, assess bids, and manage contracts through to completion.
• Project Monitoring: Oversee project progress, ensuring works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Compliance: Ensure all projects meet legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying within social housing or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost management, tendering processes, and contract administration.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in planned maintenance and refurbishments is a plus.

Why Join

• Competitive Salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that support local communities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities