Senior Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing (Home-Based)

Build Recruitment Limited; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable property services contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for a home-based role with project oversight across the South Midlands and occasional travel to Manchester. The focus will be on social housing maintenance and refurbishment works. Candidates should have experience in the sector, knowledge of the NHF Schedule of Rates, and strong commercial awareness. The position offers a salary of up to £70,000, an attractive package, and long-term career stability in a growing company.

Benefits

Car allowance

Benefits

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing maintenance/refurbishment.
• In-depth knowledge of the NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Good working understanding of financial reporting and cost management.
• Background in reactive maintenance, with exposure to planned works.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Commercial management of social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts.
• Overseeing costs, applications, variations and final accounts.
• Supporting operational teams to maintain strong financial performance.
• Producing accurate cost reports and financial forecasts.
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with contractual and financial targets.
• Building effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Cost management

Experience in social housing maintenance

Knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates

Job description

A reputable property services contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for a home-based role with project oversight across the South Midlands and occasional travel to Manchester. The focus will be on social housing maintenance and refurbishment works. Candidates should have experience in the sector, knowledge of the NHF Schedule of Rates, and strong commercial awareness. The position offers a salary of up to £70,000, an attractive package, and long-term career stability in a growing company.