Quantity Surveyor

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Survey with adaptation experience working for a prestigious company in Birmingham.

Quantity Survey Salary: Circa 50K per annum plus 5K car allowance

Company Benefits

25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays

5K car allowance

Health assured scheme

Company pension

Company Events

Dress down Friday's

Professional development and training opportunities

Access to Bright Exchange for discounted retail and membership schemes.

About the role:

The Quantity Surveyor will provide professional cost management, commercial oversight, and contract administration for Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) projects. The role ensures value for money, financial control, timely project delivery, and compliance with contractual obligations, supporting residents with disabilities to live safely and independently.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, schedules of works, and budgets for DFG-funded adaptations.

Produce and maintain cost plans throughout the project life cycle.

Assess contractor quotations for compliance and value for money.

Monitor ongoing costs, forecast final accounts, and highlight financial risks.

Ensure the timely submission of all data required to monitor and analyse contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis.

Liaise with Contracts Management in the daily commercial administration of contracts to ensure financial success and keep the Commercial Manager informed of material events.

Ensure, in consultation with Contracts Management, that all necessary notices and submissions required by the various forms of contract are issued promptly to protect the Group's commercial position.

Administer main contract payment applications, including measurement of work, additional cost claims, and final account submissions.

Assist in the administration of Sub-Contractor performance to ensure economic and timely completion of contractual obligations.

Participate in dispute avoidance and resolution activities, always maintaining professionalism.

Ensure projects comply with DFG legislation, local authority policies, and funding limits.

Conduct site visits to verify completed work, measure quantities, and resolve onsite queries.

Maintain accurate records and produce financial and performance reports for audit purposes.

About you:

A Quantity Surveyor with adaptations experience.

Strong knowledge of construction costs, building regulations, and domestic adaptation works.

Knowledge of DFG legislation and processes.

Proficiency in measuring, estimating, and cost reporting.

Valid UK driving licence (if site visits required).

Ideally a member of RICS or working towards it.

If you are an empathetic and customer focused individual looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially aware role then please apply! For further information please call Rebecca on (phone number removed).

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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