Description
To support our continued growth, we are looking to employ a Consultant to join our consulting team.
This role will work closely with client organisations and internal teams to deliver high-quality consultancy services across Housing, Customer, and Asset departments. The Consultant will take ownership of specific workstreams, contribute to project delivery, and ensure services meet agreed standards for safety, reliability, and efficiency.
* 3+ years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role in the housing sector
* Relevant Qualifications – Degree/HNC in Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying
* Experience with Reactive/ Planned/Cyclical Maintenance contracts/ cost models
* Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI, specifically Power Query, M Query and Dax
* Schedule of Rates (SoR) experience
* Experience with negotiation and influencing
* Knowledge of TAC/ TPC,NEC & JCT Contracts
* Review and assess the works submitted through the application for payment process, ensuring the commercial mechanism is appropriately applied and that the required notices are issued in accordance with the contract conditions
* Preparing applications for payment (on behalf of a client) in accordance with the contract conditions
* Prepare monthly reports on the cost, progress, and performance where required
* Resolve disputes, queries, or claims that may arise between the clients, contractors, and suppliers
* Monitor and control costs and budgets of projects, ensuring that they are completed within the agreed time and quality standards
* Support in the review, design, implementation and adherence to robust commercial processes, templates, timetables, and commercial control mechanisms to ensure commercial assurances
* Support in the negotiation and agreement of contracts, prices, and variations with clients, contractors, and/or subcontractors
* Supporting in the preparation and review of tender documents, bills of quantities, and commercial mechanisms for various work streams and projects
* Assisting in identifying key risks and opportunities provide guidance on how to develop or mitigate.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver assigned workstreams and support project delivery for client organisations
* Conduct data analysis, prepare reports, and contribute to solution development
* Assist in designing and implementing processes that improve service quality and efficiency
* Maintain compliance with Lumensol policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
* Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to support project success
* Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and development activities
* Uphold Lumensol values and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and provide insights
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and colleagues
* Ability to manage assigned workstreams and deliver to agreed timelines and quality standards
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
* Organised, professional, and proactive approach to work
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
* Demonstrated ability to follow processes and maintain compliance with policies and procedures.
Benefits
Lumensol offers a generous benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), competitive pension scheme, discretionary bonus scheme, Private Health Insurance, and Life Insurance.
To aid continued development and foster team working, we also engage our employees in training and strategy days, team updates, and core training.
Lumensol are a multi-disciplinary property and asset management consultancy, operating in the housing sector. We specialise in providing operational, commercial & financial, data analytics and procurement services across four service functions: Asset Management, Repairs & Maintenance, Compliance and Decarbonisation & Refurbishment.
Our team of consultants have vast experience operating in the asset management, property and maintenance functions across the housing sector, and they all possess the skills, experience, culture, energy, and commitment to make a positive difference.
Our purpose is to Build Brighter Futures for our Clients, their people and Customers
Lumensol is an equal opportunities employer, our ambition is to build an inclusive culture where diversity is embraced, and everyone feels safe, respected, valued, and able to thrive as part of a winning and engaged team.
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.