Quantity Surveyor - Housing Decarb/Retrofit

  • Michael Page
  • Reading, Oxfordshire
  • 27/01/2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

If you're a QS with Social Housing experience, this is a great opportunity to join a Tier 1 contractor on an ongoing basis and manage social housing planned maintenance contracts.

Client Details

Our client is a Tier 2 Contractor with a heavy presence in the Social Housing sector, they are committed to delivering high quality maintenance solutions for housing providers and local authorities with the goal of improving communities.

Description

  • Lead commercial management of social housing contracts from tender through to final account
  • Ensure projects are delivered within budget, with risk effectively managed and opportunities maximised
  • Collaborate with operational teams, subcontractors, and clients to maintain relationships
  • Prepare and manage monthly valuations, cost reports & forecasting
  • Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team

Profile

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor
  • Strong background in Social Housing - refurbishment or maintenance contracts
  • Experience working across decarbonisation/retrofit contracts
  • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying

Job Offer

  • 45,000- 55,000 base salary
  • 10% car allowance
  • Up to 15% annual bonus
  • Clear progression path
  • Training/development opportunities
  • Private healthcare benefits
  • Life assurance