Senior Quantity Surveyor - R&M Contracts

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll take the commercial lead on our Responsive Maintenance operations, covering reactive repairs & voids across the North East. You'll manage all aspects of cost control, forecasting, and reporting, while also supporting and developing a small team of Quantity Surveyors.

Client Details

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Seaham, supporting the delivery of a new multi million pound Social Housing R&M contract. If you have a strong background in responsive repairs and commercial management, this is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the success of a major regional contract.

Description

• Oversee commercial management for responsive repairs and voids works
• Prepare and manage cost plans, valuations, and final accounts
• Lead procurement and subcontractor management processes
• Provide monthly cost value reports and financial forecasting
• Administer payments, variations, and change orders
• Mentor and guide junior QS team members
• Engage with clients, consultants, and site teams to ensure smooth project delivery

Profile

• Proven background in responsive repairs within Social Housing
• Experience managing or mentoring junior QS team members (desirable)
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Capable of planning and prioritising a busy workload
• A team player with a proactive and enthusiastic attitude
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
• Confident when dealing with clients and stakeholders

Job Offer

• 65-75k base salary
• 5k Car allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes