Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

Quantity Surveyor

Daniel Owen are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join a market-leading provider of specialist property services, working in partnership with local authorities, housing associations, and commercial clients across the UK. With a strong commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, they deliver planned and responsive maintenance, energy efficiency upgrades, and capital works with a clear focus on social value and customer satisfaction.

Position: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Leicestershire

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 per annum + Car allowance + Package

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: Immediately available

We are now seeking a skilled and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a company that prioritises professional development, operational excellence, and collaborative working.

Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all cost-related aspects of the construction and maintenance projects from initial estimates through to final accounts. You will play a key role in ensuring commercial viability, controlling costs, and maximising value while upholding high standards of quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of projects across maintenance, retrofit, refurbishment, and/or new build frameworks.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, tender documentation, and bills of quantities in line with client specifications.
• Monitor and control project expenditure, value completed work and manage interim valuations and final accounts.
• Identify, value, and manage variations and changes to project scope, ensuring robust change control processes.
• Undertake risk, value management and cost control exercises throughout project lifecycles.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective cost management and clear communication.
• Ensure all commercial activity complies with contractual obligations, legal requirements, and company policies.
• Contribute to monthly cost and performance reports, forecasting and budget reviews.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for commercial optimisation and efficiency.

Person Specification

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within housing, construction, or property maintenance.
• Experience working within the social housing or public sector environment.
• Sound understanding of construction contracts, particularly JCT forms.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and mitigate risk.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and relevant commercial software tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.