Quantity Surveyor
Location: London borough of Brent
Hours: 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm
Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 Dependent on Experience
Holiday: 28 Days including Bank Holidays
Sector: Building Surveying, Construction, Residential Property
Our client is a London-based company that provides nationwide turnkey furnishing and property services, mainly for social housing providers, landlords, and property developers. They supply and install furniture, flooring, appliances, and window coverings, alongside maintenance services such as cleaning, repairs, and property preparation to make homes move-in ready quickly. With over 30 years of experience, the company is known for fast turnaround times, competitive pricing, and a full-service "one-stop shop" approach to furnishing and maintaining residential properties.
The company is growing with a newly commissioned contract for maintenance work, requiring a Quantity surveyor who is up to date with the NHF schedule of Rates, NHF form of contract and SOR codes experience. You'll be overseeing projects that encompass void properties, planned and unplanned works. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, valuations, and variations, manage budgets and cash flow, and work closely with site teams, clients, and suppliers to ensure accurate reporting and effective cost control. The role also includes contract administration and risk management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance standards.
Position Duties
Deliver end-to-end commercial oversight, ensuring projects remain financially viable from inception to completion.
Lead tender submissions, including pricing, bid analysis, and development of winning strategies.
Oversee change management processes, ensuring variations are accurately assessed, agreed, and recorded.
Manage contract documentation and obligations to ensure all parties meet agreed terms.
Provide strategic cost advice to support decision-making across projects.
Develop and sustain productive relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
Monitor project performance against budgets, identifying and mitigating financial risks.
Champion a strong health and safety culture, ensuring best practices are consistently followed.
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal systems and procedures.
Carry out detailed measurement and take-offs from technical drawings and specifications.
Support the selection and onboarding of subcontractors and suppliers through structured evaluation.Position Requirements
Knowledge of NHF Schedule of works and form of contract is essential
Experience with SOR Codes
Quantity Surveying Degree preferred, or several years in a similar or equivalent position
Experience working with, for or contracted to a Local Authority is preferred
A full driving licence is required for this position
Ability to work independently, travel to and from sites
Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for this positionPosition Remuneration
Salary up to £75,000 depending on your experience
Work phone and car or van provided
Private healthcare scheme
40 hour week with the options of 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm
20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
You'll be joining a team where your expertise will be valued and your career able to grow further.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business, in a new team that backed up by a 5-star industry reputation.
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