At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive cost control and manage commercial activities for a major housing contract.
- Company: Join one of the UK’s largest housing frameworks with a focus on social impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and clear progression to senior roles.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Take ownership and influence performance across 30,000+ properties annually.
- Qualifications: Experience in planned maintenance and a degree or equivalent experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Step up your impact on one of the UK’s largest housing frameworks with a competitive package.
Are you a QS currently working for a leading contractor or subcontractor in social housing or maintenance? Ready to take real ownership and influence commercial performance across a high-volume contract?
We’re looking for a commercially sharp Quantity Surveyor to support a major Birmingham City Council contract, delivering across 30,000+ properties annually.
Why this role stands out:
- High-impact role – take full ownership of the South programme (planned & responsive works)
- True commercial influence – shape cost, cash, and profitability across a major framework
- Progression built in – clear route to Senior QS / Commercial Manager
- Flexible working – hybrid model (3 days office / 2 from home)
What you’ll be doing:
- Driving cost control and labour cost management in a direct delivery model
- Maximising contract value, income & profitability (P&L focus)
- Managing supply chain performance and subcontractor payments
- Leading applications, valuations & cash collection to improve cashflow
- Overseeing PMPs, CRMs, and material auditing
- Supporting operational teams by owning all commercial activity end-to-end
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in planned & responsive maintenance
- Background with a main contractor or subcontractor (competitor experience ideal)
- Strong grasp of labour cost control & high-volume frameworks
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience)
- Commercially driven, organised, and confident managing multiple workstreams
Ideal for QS professionals looking for more ownership, exposure, and a path to senior leadership. If you’re ready to step into a role where you can influence performance, not just report it, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today! Click “Apply” below to join WPS as a Quantity Surveyor. We look forward to hearing from you!
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
Quantity Surveyor Planned & Responsive Maintenance employer: Liberty Gas Group
Join WPS as a Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham and become part of a dynamic team that values your expertise and offers a competitive package. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have clear pathways to advance to Senior QS or Commercial Manager roles, all while enjoying a flexible hybrid working model. Our supportive work culture encourages ownership and innovation, making it an excellent place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in social housing maintenance.
