Job Title: Group Leader - Quantity Surveying & Estimating
Type: Temporary (6 months with potential up to 12 months)
Location: Swansea
Salary: Negotiable
BRC are working closely with a local authority who are seeking an experienced and driven Group Leader - Quantity Surveying & Estimating to lead the delivery of commercial services across Housing and Public Buildings.
Reporting to the Head of Service, you will manage all estimating and quantity surveying functions, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with operational and client requirements. You will play a key leadership role across major programmes including Education schemes and WHQS projects.
Duties:
Lead and manage Quantity Surveying and Estimating services
Oversee budgets, business planning, and financial performance
Act as Cost Centre Manager, controlling expenditure and income
Deliver complex programmes on time and within budget
Provide strategic advice to senior management on service improvement
Manage and develop staff, identifying training and development needs
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and council procedures
Liaise with internal teams, external organisations, and stakeholders
Support implementation of new technologies and innovation initiatives
Prepare and present reports to committees and senior leadership
Requirements:
Professional qualification in a relevant discipline
Significant experience in quantity surveying/estimating
Proven senior management and leadership experience
Strong financial and commercial awareness
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead teams and drive performance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation
Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel effectively)
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure
For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled