Senior Quantity Surveyor
Build Recruitment
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: North London
Salary: Circa £77,000 + Benefits
Company Overview:
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading tier one property services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. Based in North London, this contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team of 8, working on a key social housing responsive repairs contract. The client is one of the largest housing associations in the country, and the role offers long-term stability and excellent opportunities for career progression.
Role Overview:
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of a high-profile social housing responsive repairs contract. Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing costs, preparing valuations, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring the financial success of the project.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking to progress their career with a leading contractor, working on a long-term contract with one of the largest housing associations in the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the financial aspects of the responsive repairs contract
- Preparing valuations, cost reports, and final accounts
- Identifying and managing variations and contractual claims
- Overseeing subcontractor performance and managing payments
- Collaborating with the Commercial Manager and other team members to ensure project success
- Providing cost advice and value engineering solutions where required
- Ensuring compliance with company procedures and contract specifications
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within the social housing or property services sector
- Strong understanding of responsive repairs or maintenance contracts, working to NHF schedule of rates
- Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Experience working with housing associations or public sector clients is desirable
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of circa £77,000
- Excellent benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and performance bonuses
- Long-term contract with strong potential for career progression
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work with a leading contractor on long-term projects, we want to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
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