Senior Employer’s Agent / Quantity Surveyor – North West / Hybrid – Consultancy
£55,000 – £60,000 per annum
37 hours per week
Permanent
We are working with a well-established consultancy to recruit a Senior Employer’s Agent / Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of affordable housing developments across the North West and West Yorkshire.
This is a permanent opportunity driven by increased workload in line with upcoming affordable housing programmes. The successful candidate will take ownership of multiple projects, acting as Employer’s Agent and providing full Quantity Surveying services from inception through to completion.
You will operate with a high level of autonomy while supporting wider business objectives and mentoring junior staff.
Responsibilities
Act as Employer’s Agent on residential and affordable housing developments
Deliver full pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services
Prepare cost plans, estimates, and cash flow forecasts
Manage procurement processes including tendering and negotiation
Analyse tenders and provide detailed reports and recommendations
Administer JCT Design & Build contracts
Carry out risk assessments, value engineering, and cost control
Manage contract administration including variations, EOTs, and final accounts
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Support and mentor junior surveyors where requiredRequirements
Proven experience acting as Employer’s Agent on residential or affordable housing schemes
Experience working with Registered Social Landlords (RSLs)
Strong knowledge of JCT Design & Build contracts
Experience in tender analysis, procurement, and contract administration
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (BSc or equivalent)
Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsDesirable
Chartered or working towards (RICS)
Strong background in affordable housing developments
Experience in hybrid consultancy environmentsContact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)