1. Competitive Day rate
2. Possibility of becoming permanent role
About Our Client
A social housing provider in Cornwall, managing and maintaining homes on behalf of Cornwall Council and delivering high quality housing services to communities across the county. We are committed to providing safe, sustainable, and affordable homes while driving value for money and commercial excellence.
Job Description
3. Provide commercial oversight across planned and responsive works to ensure value for money.
4. Manage and control budgets, forecasts, and spend against the HRA business plan.
5. Lead on contract management, including variations, claims, and performance monitoring.
6. Lead and chair all core group and commercial review meetings across Property Services.
7. Horizon scan for commercial risks, cost pressures, and emerging opportunities, taking early action where required.
8. Support procurement strategies for works and services in line with regulations.
9. Act as the main commercial point of contact for contractors and internal teams.
10. Identify and manage commercial and financial risks across programmes.
11. Provide clear commercial advice to project, surveying, and operational teams.
12. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, contract procedures, and governance.
13. Support performance reporting on cost, value, and contractor delivery.
14. Drive continuous improvement in commercial and contract management practices.
The Successful Applicant
15. Proven track record within social housing, local government, or property services
16. Experience working at Senior QS level and above
17. Strong understanding of NEC/JCT contracts and public sector procurement
18. Experience managing large scale maintenance or capital works programmes
19. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
20. Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels
21. Professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or equivalent (RICS/CIOB desirable)
What's on Offer
22. £500-£600 day rate
23. Remote working