Quantity Surveyor

  • Build Recruitment
  • 30/01/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor Social Housing Maintenance

Northampton Home-Based Role
Up to £70,000 Package

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded property services contractor operating within the social housing sector.

This position is home based, with responsibility for overseeing projects across the South Midlands, alongside occasional travel to Manchester as required. The role will focus largely on reactive maintenance works, with some involvement in planned refurbishment programmes for social housing clients.

The Role:
  • Commercial management of social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts

  • Overseeing costs, applications, variations and final accounts

  • Supporting operational teams to maintain strong financial performance

  • Producing accurate cost reports and financial forecasts

  • Ensuring works are delivered in line with contractual and financial targets

  • Building effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams

About You:
  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within social housing maintenance/refurbishment

  • In-depth knowledge of the NHF Schedule of Rates

  • Good working understanding of financial reporting and cost management

  • Background in reactive maintenance, with exposure to planned works

  • Strong commercial awareness and communication skills

  • Full UK driving licence

What s on Offer:
  • Salary up to £70,000, dependent on experience

  • Attractive package including car allowance and benefits

  • Home-based working with regional project oversight

  • Opportunity to join a stable contractor with a strong pipeline of long-term social housing work

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor seeking a flexible role with a reputable contractor, offering both autonomy and long-term career stability.