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Shape the numbers, steer the strategy, and build something that lasts! Senior Quantity Surveyor Planned Work £70K-£92K + Bonus + Benefits Hampshire + Surrounding Areas Permanent We're recruiting a Senior QS to take full commercial control of a long-term partnering contract worth £10m a year. It's all planned and cyclical maintenance, no reactive repairs, with a project running in Hampshire. You'll be based out of the Hampshire office, leading the financial side of the contract from start to finish. That means cost control, forecasting, reporting, managing the supply chain, and working closely with clients, consultants, and site teams. Key responsibilities: Own the commercial delivery of a multi-year contract Lead a large team and supply chain Use EasyBOP and AnaPlan (or similar systems) for cost management Build strong relationships with stakeholders Ensure transparency, accuracy, and profitability What you'll need: NVQ Level 5 or 6 in Construction Strong contract admin and supply chain experience Proven leadership of commercial teams Confident communicator with a hands-on approach Experience with EasyBOP and AnaPlan (or similar) Why this role stands out: Long-term contract with future project pipeline Preference for cladding & externals experience Competitive salary + bonus 26 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical, enhanced pension, and more Interested? Apply now with your updated CV. Not the right fit? Let's talk about other roles. #

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Negotiable Salary Your new company A leading UK provider of property services, delivering high-quality maintenance, compliance, and retrofit solutions across the housing, education, and public sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability, social value, and customer satisfaction, working closely with local authorities and housing associations to maintain and improve homes and communities. Your new role Assistant Quantity Surveyor required to support the financial and commercial management of a repairs and refurbishment contract, forming part of a wider planned works programme. In this role, you'll work closely with the Lead Quantity Surveyor to ensure effective cash flow management. This includes preparing and submitting applications, managing certifications and invoicing, and overseeing timely payments. You'll also assist in the careful administration of subcontractor accounts, helping to maintain strong commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Key Duties: Support the commercial management of assigned projects by preparing accurate documentation in line with reporting schedules set by the Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor. Assist with cash flow processes, including timely submission of applications, certifications, invoicing, payments, and receipts, while managing subcontractor accounts with precision. Carry out accurate valuations and Schedule of Rates (SOR) billing as required. Monitor and manage subcontractor accounts, keeping the team informed of progress and any issues. Support the processing of subcontractor payments as directed. Contribute to the procurement of subcontract trades under guidance. Help optimise the commercial performance of contracts to maximise gross margin. Conduct site visits to perform surveying duties as needed. Assist in gathering data for contract Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support the implementation of company policies, industry standards, and compliance initiatives across all projects. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and documentation. Attend project meetings and contribute as required. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

The Role Fortem Solutions are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Stonewater Housing contract based in our head office in Chippenham. You'll work in conjunction with the General Manager and Commercial leads to ensure appropriate commercial controls are in place and adhered to in order to secure the company's full entitlement through the contract. The Client Our contract with Stonewater is long term with the option to extend the partnership again. On our contract we cover over 7,500 houses in 4 different areas of the South-West, from Taunton and Yeovil, over to Bristol and Swindon and down to Salisbury and Bournemouth. We currently deliver Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and an Electrical Service program. We pride ourselves on our great customer service and our senior leadership team has years of experience within this sector which can help you develop your learning and knowledge base. Duties & Responsibilities Key responsibilities will include: Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the parameters of the Contract and further commercial negotiations. Ensure the commercial team achieve or exceed budgeted targets. Responsible for the application schedule of rates, acting as a subject matter expert for contractual arrangements. Maximise cash flow through monthly invoicing, the implementation of appropriate procedures to resolve client queries and ensuring cash is received when due. Monitoring and analysis of management information and job cost against job revenue, supporting the operations and finance and enablement of data driven decision making. Point of contact for dispute resolution. Ensure Accurate Cashflow Forecasts and Revenue profiles are in place and are accurate and updated regularly. Prepare and produce financial reports, including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), Cost Value Comparison (CVC) and management accounts, providing governance of budgets through robust cost control. Ensure the IT integration between the client's system and Fortem's is aligned to increase productivity and financial controls in-line with the contract conditions. Ensure budgets are set and shared with the commercial leads annually along with carrying out full reviews periodically when required. Making sure the supply chain has up to date term orders and contract agreements and are managed in-line with financial controls and governance. This is includes setting up and managing agreed SLA's. What You Will Need Essential Excellent data interrogation skills Excellent Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development) QS degree or equivalent training or a minimum of 5 years relevant contract experience Line Management experience Negotiating, communication and presentation skills Valid UK driving licence Desirable Experience of Management Accounts Accounting skills Commercial Contractor exposure Benefits Eligibility for bonus up to 10% of basic salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' Other benefits including Private pension, Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider discounts & more Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Do you have previous experience in Social Housing and schedule of rates billing We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior or Assistant QS that wants to provide high quality work to support our business and its values. Rydon Maintenance specialise in Social Housing repairs and maintenance projects. As Junior/Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will assist with managing costs for our responsive and planned housing maintenance and repairs contracts. The position is based from our office in Dartford, Kent with occasional travel. We do operate a hybrid working culture which means we can offer you flexibility with a mix of working from home and in the office. Rydon provides a range of expert maintenance services to domestic property and commercial buildings in the social housing, health and social care sectors. We look after over 35,000 homes for registered providers and several hundred buildings across 20 NHS Trusts throughout the country. We ensure properties are well maintained, efficient and fit for purpose, using the latest technology to ensure repairs are completed promptly. Job Purpose Working as part of our quantity surveying team you will assist with obtaining and evaluating cost information from each of our Housing Repairs contracts. You will be working to ensure a realistic cost for the supply of works, goods, materials and services is achieved. Repairs span the full spectrum of trades and include electrical repairs, carpentry, plumbing and much more. Key responsibilities will include; Using NHF Schedule of Rates to identify cost anomalies in both directly delivered and subcontracted works, whilst also ensuring the: Timely Purchasing and negotiating Sub Contract, Material and Plant orders Ensure Subcontract, Plant and Material orders pass down all risks where possible in relation to the Main Contract and are inclusive of all necessary Health and Safety information Ensure Subcontractors and Suppliers are approved and meet company standards prior to procurement Paying and monitoring Subcontractor progress. This is a full time permanent position, working hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. What we can offer you; Competitive Starting Salary Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum (33 days inclusive of bank holidays) Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to an additional 5 days holiday Pension Scheme: 4.5% contributory. Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Eye care vouchers and Free Flu Vaccinations Full training, ongoing coaching and support Opportunities to progress your career across the business This is a great opportunity for further personal growth/development. Experience Required The role would suit either someone who already holds a Quantity Surveying degree and has a few years experience, or perhaps you are part way through your Quantity Surveying degree. Your experience gained within a housing maintenance environment (reactive/responsive repairs, cyclical and/or lifecycle repairs). SOR (Schedule of Rates) experience would also be beneficial. You will also demonstrate strong MS Office packages experience, great communication skills with the ability to build excellent relationships both internally and externally with our clients and sub contractors. If you are looking to join a business that can offer significant opportunity for career development we d strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.

Quantity Surveyor Specialising in Voids, Legal Disrepair & Maintenance Frameworks £65k - £80k plus package Hertfordshire/London About the Company Our client, a leader in UK's Social Housing sector, partners with top Social Housing Contractors to reshape the social housing arena. They focus on enhancing residential living through Planned Maintenance and Housing Association Frameworks across the South East. They hold prestigious contracts with NHMF, Fusion 21, and numerous significant housing associations. Their mission is to improve living conditions through meticulous financial management of refurbishments, resolving complex disrepairs, and ongoing maintenance work. The company is adept at managing budgets and costs for voids, legal disrepair, and extensive property refurbishments, ensuring projects not only meet but exceed expectations in quality and sustainability, including initiatives for net zero carbon and passive fire safety works. The Opportunity Due to strategic growth, our client is looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a robust understanding of the social housing sector, especially in managing financial aspects of contracts within frameworks such as Swan Housing, Genesis, Hyde Housing, and Clarion Housing. This role involves the financial oversight of significant void and disrepair projects, as well as property refurbishments and maintenance operations. As the Quantity Surveyor, you will: Lead the cost management for our legal disrepair, voids, and maintenance projects, ensuring all financial aspects are handled with precision and align with contractual agreements. Conduct detailed cost analysis and budgeting, maintaining rigorous financial controls and reporting to enhance project profitability and efficiency. Work closely with the commercial team to negotiate contracts, manage procurement, and conduct valuations, using your expertise to maximize financial performance. Navigate the dynamic financial demands of our projects, delivering cost-effective solutions that adhere to our measured terms agreements. Preferred Experience and Qualifications: Proven experience in financial management within social housing frameworks. RICS accreditation (desirable), CSCS Card (Black Management Card or academically qualified white card), SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness, First Aid at Work. Strong analytical skills and a detailed understanding of construction economics. A solid network within the social housing sector and a track record of managing budgets for complex refurbishments, voids, and disrepair works. If this role sounds of interest, please apply or give Martin Walter a call on (phone number removed).

We have a unique opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established main contractor on a permanent basis, working on residential / social housing projects, based out of their offices near Cheltenham. Projects will range from 0.5 million yo 3 million in value. The company are a well established mid tier contractor whom have a wide and varied client base which include Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Private Sector Clients. The business has a young, dynamic and energetic management team with a strong business plan in place; they are further developing their client base and this is great opportunity to join a growing business. They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record working on Social Housing projects; with experience of decent homes, kitchens and bathrooms, external works, roof renewals, voids, dis repairs and full refurbishments. Duties include: Analyse tender returns and collate information for discussion with team Support the team to increase and improve upon existing supply chain Compile and issue sub contract orders and ensure these are signed and returned along with any supporting documentation Review and sign off on any sub contract applications and prepare and send out payment notices Undertake detailed internal and external cashflow forecasts Produce monthly AFA's for clients Produce monthly valuations and agree with clients Work closely with the site team to ensure that all cost are recorded, provide support if needed Issue variation orders if required, ensuring relevant documentation is available to substantiate Attend site visits to provide assistance and support to both the commercial and operational side of the business Compile, complete and issue detailed and accurate CVR's to directors Ideal Candidate: Experience working in the Social Housing sector Ability to work as part of a small team Good communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency using office IT applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word or equivalent software RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Commercial Manager Consultancy Partnered with Leading Housing Association Location: London Bridge (hybrid in office 2-3 days/week) Salary: Up to £95,000 extensive benefits package Reports to: Head of Commercial / Director Team: Managing 2-3 Quantity Surveyors (within a growing QS team) About Us / The Role We are recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking consultancy working in close partnership with a major housing association. This role sits at the heart of their Repairs & Maintenance division, overseeing the commercial management of social housing works, maintenance programmes, and capital repairs across their stock. You will join a business with a strong foundation (currently 20 Quantity Surveyors) and ambitious growth plans targeting a team of 60 QSs over the next 4 5 years. That means this is a rare opportunity to take a lead in shaping the commercial leadership of a growing organisation, with strong career progression. In this role you will: Take full commercial responsibility for repair & maintenance contracts, programmes, and frameworks Lead, mentor, and manage a small team of QSs (2 3 direct reports) Provide commercial input into contract strategy, tendering, procurement, and supplier selection Manage cost control, variation assessment, risk management, claims and dispute resolution Monitor performance against budgets, forecast costs, track KPIs, and report commercially to senior leadership Develop efficient processes, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives for commercial control Work closely with operations, asset, compliance teams and the housing association client to align objectives, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure high service delivery Be partly on-site in London Bridge (2 3 days per week) to collaborate with the client and internal teams About You / Key Requirements To succeed in this role, you will bring: Substantial experience (ideally 8 years) in commercial / quantity surveying roles, especially in repairs & maintenance or planned works in social housing / public sector settings Proven track record managing a small team of QSs and overseeing multiple contracts Strong technical understanding of measurement, cost planning, valuations, variations, and contract law Excellent financial acumen, analytical skills, and ability to manage risk Experience in procurement, tendering, contract negotiation and supplier management Strong communication and stakeholder management skills (you ll liaise with clients, internal teams, contractors) Confident, proactive, problem-solving mindset Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and deliver to deadlines Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Economics, Construction Management or related field (or membership of a professional body RICS, CIOB, etc) is preferred What You ll Get / Benefits Competitive salary up to £95,000 , commensurate with experience Extensive benefits package (including pension, private health, bonus or performance incentives, training & development, flexible benefits, etc) Hybrid working only 2-3 days a week in the London Bridge office Genuine career progression in a business on a steep growth trajectory Opportunity to help shape the commercial function of a growing team Close-knit, collaborative environment, aligned with a major housing association client

Quantity Surveyor Location - Staffordshire Salary - 46,141 - 48,266 per annum 37.7 hours per week - Monday - Friday Hybrid working available - Must be commutable to work from the head office Sellick Partnership Ltd are working exclusively with a well-established housing organisation to assist with the recruitment of a Quantity Surveyor to ensure delivery of the Housing Capital Planned Works Programme as well as expert advice and support on procurement, contractual and project management matters within the Housing Service. Main duties and responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor Be an ambassador of inspiration for the organisations mission, vision, and values. To ensure that the organisation complies with its legal and regulatory obligations in relation to both financial and procurement activities. To ensure the delivery of an effective and appropriate service to all service users, fairly and without discrimination . Advise on all matters relating to building economics, cost fluctuation indices, quantity surveying, construction contracts and the operation of the or clients tender procurement strategy. Assist with the preparation and procurement of Housing contracts including, capital building and building refurbishment programs. To support the achievement of the orgsanisations Corporate Plan, observe Corporate Values and promote environmental sustainability. Provide advice, information and attend meetings and training as required. Specific Responsibilities Quantity Surveying Preparing and issuing tender and contract documents including the preparation of estimates, Bills of Quantities, Schedule of Works and monthly scheme progress meetings to monitor performance and record information relating to programmes, budgets, customer satisfaction and other schemes Carrying out interim valuations, produce payments certificates, undertake site measurements, value variations and produce final Monitoring the capital and revenue expenditure for Repairs, Capital works and the Direct Labour Contributing to the development and monitoring of the procurement of contracts, services and suppliers within the Housing Service. Monitoring and reviewing the schedule of rates used on day-to-day repairs, planned maintenance, improvement schemes, void properties and any other Keeping up to date on current requirements in relation to quantity surveying and contract processes, including procurement and best practices Essential criteria's for the role Working towards or completion of relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, equivalent or relevant experience. Experience of managing construction projects, programmes of work and contractors. Full/ part qualification towards membership of RICS. An understanding of construction-related health and safety issues and CDM If you feel you are well-suited to this role and would like to discuss it further, please apply or contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd Derby Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Quantity Surveyor Location - South Derbyshire Salary - 46,141 - 48,266 per annum 37.7 hours per week - Monday - Friday Hybrid working available - Must be commutable to work from the head office Sellick Partnership Ltd are workng exclusively with a well-established housing organisation to assist with the recruitment of a Quantity Surveyor to ensure delivery of the Housing Capital Planned Works Programme as well as expert advice and support on procurement, contractual and project management matters within the Housing Service. Main duties and responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor Be an ambassador of inspiration for the organisations mission, vision, and values. To ensure that the organisation complies with its legal and regulatory obligations in relation to both financial and procurement activities. To ensure the delivery of an effective and appropriate service to all service users, fairly and without discrimination . Advise on all matters relating to building economics, cost fluctuation indices, quantity surveying, construction contracts and the operation of the or clients tender procurement strategy. Assist with the preparation and procurement of Housing contracts including capital building and building refurbishment programs. To support the achievement of the orgsanisations Corporate Plan, observe Corporate Values and promote environmental sustainability. Provide advice, information and attend meetings and training as required. Specific responsibilities Quantity Surveying Preparing and issuing tender and contract documents including the preparation of estimates, Bills of Quantities, Schedule of Works and monthly scheme progress meetings to monitor performance and record information relating to programmes, budgets, customer satisfaction and other schemes Carrying out interim valuations, produce payments certificates, undertake site measurements, value variations and produce final Monitoring the capital and revenue expenditure for Repairs, Capital works and the Direct Labour Contributing to the development and monitoring of the procurement of contracts, services and suppliers within the Housing Service. Monitoring and reviewing the schedule of rates used on day-to-day repairs, planned maintenance, improvement schemes, void properties and any other Keeping up to date on current requirements in relation to quantity surveying and contract processes, including procurement and best Essential criterias for the role Working towards or completion of relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, equivalent or relevant experience. Experience of managing construction projects, programmes of work and contractors. Full/ part qualification towards membership of RICS. An understanding of construction related health and safety issues and CDM If you feel you are well suited to this role and would like to discuss it further, please apply or contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd Derby Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Bodmin, Cornwall Permanent £28,000 - £32,000 My client is a leading provider of Building Maintenance Improvement Services to Social Housing providers who deliver a range of services including Retrofit and energy efficiency upgrades responsive repairs, voids, and disrepair (including damp & mould), refurbishment and project works, (M&E) services and commercial building maintenance. They have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Bodmin and they are looking at holding interviews next week. They are looking for a process driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the maintenance team based in Cornwall who collectively are responsible for all responsive and void maintenance works across Cornwall. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing costs and sales for maintenance and void contracts on an ongoing basis throughout the month. This role requires a solid understanding of construction processes, and effective communication abilities. Understanding of the NHF schedule of rates would be desirable. Qualifications: • A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. Key Skills & Experience: • Driving License • Background in Social Housing • Strong numerical and analytical skills. • Basic understanding of construction methods and building regulations. • Good communication and negotiation skills. • Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks. • Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. The client has a huge pipeline of work and holds great job security. Please get in touch if you wish to learn more about this role. Please get in touch in the strictest of confidence - (url removed) or call (phone number removed)

Quantity Surveyor Social Housing Refurbishment (Streatham) Up to £50,000 Benefits I m currently working with a leading social housing refurbishment contractor delivering a long-term reactive repairs contract in partnership with a major London borough. They re looking to add an experienced Quantity Surveyor to their established commercial team based in Streatham . This is a key role within a £32m annual contract, focused on delivering high-quality reactive maintenance works across the borough. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring monthly commercial targets are achieved with the team typically managing around £2.5m of spend per month. The Opportunity: Join a thriving and stable contract (12 years left to run) Work alongside 10 other Quantity Surveyors in a well-established office with excellent team culture and leadership. Clear progression route: those who perform well can quickly progress to Senior Quantity Surveyor level. Strong focus on professional development the company reinvests over 10% of turnover into learning and training, with opportunities for both internal and external development programmes. Parking available on site, with a workplace that encourages accessibility and inclusion. The Role: Managing commercial performance and profitability within a busy reactive maintenance environment. Monitoring spend and ensuring targets are met or exceeded each month. Preparing valuations, forecasts, and financial reports. Liaising closely with operational teams, the client, and supply chain partners. Ensuring compliance and best practice across all financial processes. The Ideal Candidate: Experienced Quantity Surveyor (or strong Assistant QS ready to step up) within social housing reactive repairs or a similar environment. Strong Excel and analytical skills. Self-motivated, proactive, and reliable this team rewards hard work. Capable of working independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team. Salary: Up to £50,000 If you re looking for a secure role within a forward-thinking contractor offering career growth, long-term stability, and genuine investment in your development this is a great opportunity to consider.

Quantity Surveyor - South Yorkshire & Lincolnshire, £50,000 + Package A Quantity Surveyor job working on a social housing contract based in Lincolnshire with an office base in Sheffield. Your new companyHays are delighted to be supporting one of our key clients in the social housing sector in recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will be responsible for ensuring the effective commercial management of contracted maintenance services, and supply chain. Your new roleYour new role will manage and oversee delivery of repairs, special projects, and void works, alongside the repairs and maintenance department. Your main duties will include: Ensure all contracts are managed in line with legislation and company procedures. Work collaboratively with other internal departments, external stakeholders and contractors, and senior management to ensure effective delivery of contracted services. Develop and review budget and procedures to ensure effective financial controls. Effective financial administration. Provide concise reporting including any budget variations. Oversee subcontractor valuations to ensure value-for-money. Engage with the wider maintenance team to ensure a high-quality of work undertaken. Ensure adherence to Decent Homes standard in all contracted housing. Improve and drive customer experience scores by delivering a first-class service. This is a Monday to Friday post, based in the Sheffield office but covering the Lincolnshire area. What you'll need to succeedIn order to succeed you should be an experienced Quantity Surveyor who has already gained good experience in the area of social housing. You should be educated to a minimum HNC level or with demonstrable equivalent experience. You should have a strong background of commercial contract management and in developing long-lasting relationships with stakeholder, customers, and contractors, in the social housing space. You will be of strong character with a passion for achieving targets and objectives. You will also require working knowledge of the National Housing Federation schedule of rates. Applicants will require the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as no Visa sponsorship is offered for this role. Those not possessing the right to work in the UK at the time of application need not apply. What you'll get in returnIn return you will receive an excellent basic salary of up to £50,000 per annum in this role, plus car/allowance plus additional benefits including 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, excellent matched pension scheme, and more. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

We're looking for a proactive and versatile Facilities Support Assistant to join our team. Workplace Operative Salary: £25,500 - £26,000 per annum This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation that plays a key role in creating safe, efficient, and welcoming workplaces. Based in Bristol, the company is committed to delivering high-quality facilities and services that support the day-to-day operations of its clients. As a Workplace Operative, you'll take on a varied and hands-on role that includes front-of-house services, general maintenance, porterage, and cleaning support. You'll be responsible for welcoming staff and visitors, issuing passes and keys, setting up rooms with furniture and IT equipment, and assisting with minor repairs such as unblocking drains, replacing lightbulbs, and basic decorating. You'll also support the cleaning team during absences and peak periods. Weekend work is available at enhanced rates. To be successful in this role, you'll need previous experience in general maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, and basic electrical work. You should be confident in a customer-facing environment, able to communicate clearly, and comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced setting. Basic computer skills and a proactive, team-oriented attitude are essential. Please note that this role requires high-level security clearance, which must be completed before your start date. In return, you'll join a supportive team in a stable, permanent role with opportunities to develop your skills across multiple areas of facilities management. You'll benefit from enhanced pay for weekend shifts and the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to a safe and productive workplace. What You Need to Do NowIf you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding role where your skills and initiative will be valued every day, apply now to start your journey as a Workplace Operative. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

I'm looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a well-respected Housing Association in the West Midlands, managing a portfolio of over 17,000 homes. You'll focus on repairs, maintenance, voids, and capital works, using NHF SORs and Excel for commercial reporting and cost management. Benefits for the Quantity Surveyor: 34 days' annual leave (including birthday and bank holidays) Private healthcare and dental cover from day one 11% employer pension contribution Salary sacrifice car scheme 26 weeks' full maternity pay / 8 weeks' paternity pay Career development and training opportunities Discounts on gyms, retail, and more Key responsibilities: Manage commercial performance across housing workstreams Use NHF SORs to prepare specifications and costings Monitor budgets, cash flow, and invoicing Support dispute resolution and ensure contractual compliance Oversee supplier and subcontractor processes Requirements: Quantity surveying experience within social housing Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) Knowledge of NHF SOR 7.2 HND/HNC or equivalent in Construction or Surveying Full UK driving licence If you're interested in applying for the Quantity Surveyor role, please apply online now or contact Jazmin on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

Are you ready to take the lead on major housing repair contracts? A leading social housing provider in the West Midlands is looking for a skilled Contracts Manager to drive performance on high-value repairs and voids works across 27,000 homes. If you're passionate about delivering quality, value, and results then this is your chance to make a real difference. Contracts Manager Key Responsibilities Oversee the performance of a main contractor delivering repairs and voids works. Manage high-value contracts covering responsive and planned maintenance programmes. Ensure contract compliance with provisions, including issuing notices and enforcing corrective actions. Lead on contract performance monitoring including financial tracking, forecasting, and data analysis. Work cross-functionally with internal teams including procurement, legal, and quantity surveyors. Supervise and support staff responsible for scheduling, inspections, and contract delivery. Identify and resolve disputes, manage risks, and ensure health and safety compliance. Provide regular management reports to support service improvement and strategic goals. Contracts Manager Requirements Substantial experience managing contracts within social housing, ideally at local authority level. Strong understanding of housing repairs, voids, and maintenance issues. Familiarity with standard form contracts (e.g. JCT) and the National Federation Schedule of Rates (SORs). Demonstrable skills in contract administration, supplier management, and dispute resolution. Ability to interpret and monitor KPIs and drive service improvement. Strong financial and budgetary awareness, including cost analysis and projections. In-depth knowledge of health & safety standards in a housing context. What's in it for you as a Contracts Manager? Join a committed and high-performing team delivering vital services to tenants. Opportunity to lead impactful contract work with real community outcomes. Business mileage provided for site visits. If you are interested in applying for the Contracts Manager role, apply online now or contact Jazmin on (phone number removed)/ (url removed)

Role: Estimator (Property Services) Location: Home based with access to regional offices Salary: up to 90k plus package and benefits Howells Solutions are working with a leading National Contractor to recruit a Estimator to take responsibility for pricing winning planned maintenance / decent homes tenders for housing associations, local councils and RSL's. Working alongside the Bid Team and Commercial team, you will manage the pricing programme on multiple bids, working to the individual timescale required of each bid. My client will also consider Assistant Estimators looking for the next step in their career or Quantity Surveyors looking to move into Estimating. Estimator Responsibilities: Undertake the preparation of tenders/bids/budget proposals allocated by the Head of Bids & Commercial Director for presentation to the relevant directors for final settlement. Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Estimator Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing for multi million bid submissions working within Social Housing Planned Maintenance / Decent Homes markets / Reactive Repairs Markets Knowledge of system estimating software Schedule of rates experiencel Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender preliminaries Ability to resource the tender through in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity Stable career history Estimator Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package. You will be part of a stable business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing Reactive Maintenance Based in Stratford Upon Avon 50k - 55k plus package We are working with a leading national Social Housing / Property Services contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to deliver a Multi-Million reactive maintenance contract in Stratford Upon Avon. We are looking for a proven commercial professional with a comprehensive commercial understanding of cost management, the CVR process, as well as excellent client relationship skills. As the Quantity Surveyor for our client, some of your responsibilities will include: Control all expenditure Reconcile cost/value reports & profit forecasts On-boarding of sub contractors/suppliers Ensuring value for money & financial assessments Manage day to day cost control & monitoring & reporting Process sub contractor requests for payment via application & invoice Attend project & company related meetings Ensure timely cash flow management Maintain & develop professional relationships with clients & customers Guidance development of junior members in the team Quantity Surveyor Essential Experience: Degree or other technical qualification Quantity Surveying experience with a main contractor Strong commercial awareness Contractual awareness Negotiating, communication & presentation skills Knowledge of Supply Chain management NHF schedule of rates experience and property services contracts for local authorities and RSL's. You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people are the key to the group's success. You will be part of an ambitious, and successful business who offer the opportunity to develop and grow with the company. Please apply online now!

Shape the numbers, steer the strategy, and build something that lasts! I'm currently recruiting for a well-established property services provider that's looking for a commercially sharp and relationship-focused Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the financial management of a long-term, multi-year partnering contract valued at £10 million annually. This role is all about planned and cyclical maintenance works-no reactive repairs-and covers Hampshire and surrounding areas. You'll be based out of the Hampshire regional office, taking full ownership of the commercial lifecycle of this high-value contract. Key responsibilities include cost control, forecasting, monthly reporting, managing a large team and supply chain, and liaising with clients, consultants, and site teams. You'll also be using EasyBOP and AnaPlan for cost management, so experience with these (or similar systems) is ideal. This is a true partnering contract, so building strong relationships is essential. You'll act as the commercial bridge between stakeholders, ensuring transparency, trust, and long-term success. Why this role stands out: Long-term contract with future project opportunitiesHybrid working options availablePreference for candidates with experience in cladding and externalsLeadership role within the South's commercial operationsExtremely competitive salary and package on offer including 26-day holiday, private medical insurance and bonus? What we're looking for:NVQ Level 5 or 6 qualificationStrong contract administration and supply chain experienceProven leadership of large teamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsA proactive, hands-on approach to commercial deliveryFamiliarity with EasyBOP and AnaPlan (or similar platforms) If this sounds like a good fit for you or someone in your network, I'd love to have a chat and share more details. #

Quantity Surveyor - South Yorkshire & Lincolnshire, £50,000 + Package A Quantity Surveyor job working on a social housing contract based in Lincolnshire with an office base in Sheffield. Your new companyHays are delighted to be supporting one of our key clients in the social housing sector in recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will be responsible for ensuring the effective commercial management of contracted maintenance services, and supply chain. Your new roleYour new role will manage and oversee delivery of repairs, special projects, and void works, alongside the repairs and maintenance department. Your main duties will include: Ensure all contracts are managed in line with legislation and company procedures. Work collaboratively with other internal departments, external stakeholders and contractors, and senior management to ensure effective delivery of contracted services. Develop and review budget and procedures to ensure effective financial controls. Effective financial administration. Provide concise reporting including any budget variations. Oversee subcontractor valuations to ensure value-for-money. Engage with the wider maintenance team to ensure a high-quality of work undertaken. Ensure adherence to Decent Homes standard in all contracted housing. Improve and drive customer experience scores by delivering a first-class service. This is a Monday to Friday post, based in the Sheffield office but covering the Lincolnshire area. What you'll need to succeedIn order to succeed you should be an experienced Quantity Surveyor who has already gained good experience in the area of social housing. You should be educated to a minimum HNC level or with demonstrable equivalent experience. You should have a strong background of commercial contract management and in developing long-lasting relationships with stakeholder, customers, and contractors, in the social housing space. You will be of strong character with a passion for achieving targets and objectives. You will also require working knowledge of the National Housing Federation schedule of rates. Applicants will require the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as no Visa sponsorship is offered for this role. Those not possessing the right to work in the UK at the time of application need not apply. What you'll get in returnIn return you will receive an excellent basic salary of up to £50,000 per annum in this role, plus car/allowance plus additional benefits including 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, excellent matched pension scheme, and more. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Quantity Surveyor Job, Permanent role, Leeds-Based. Reputable organisation. Your new company A national repairs and maintenance business operating out of their regional head office for Yorkshire in Leeds is looking to add to its commercial team. The projects you will be involved with primarily focus on the social housing and commercial refurbishment sectors. Your new role • The day-to-day commercial control, reporting and management of one or more projects from award up to final account. • Effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable, in particular CVR's, forecasts, team management reports, cash flow forecast, commercial register etc. • Effective cash management, including timely application / certification / invoicing / payment / receipts and careful administration of subcontract accounts. • Keeping line manager appraised of the progress of all accounts, both client and subcontract, through to finalisation • Ensuring that payments and notices are effected in accordance with the subcontract and Construction Act and ensuring that any commercial threats or risks to projects are identified and communicated to the line manager. What you'll need to succeed • Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation. • Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management. • Preparation and understanding of CVR's and supplementary financial reports. • Knowledge and understanding of final accounts. • Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying. • Knowledge of responsive, cyclical and planned maintenance. What you'll get in return The role offers stability working for one of the industry leaders in this sector, a competitive salary of DOE with a great package including a discretionary profit share scheme annual bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #