£60,000–£65,000 | Car allowance | Bonus up to 25% | Permanent Derbyshire • Nottinghamshire • Leicestershire Ready to take the next step from Quantity Surveyor into a commercial leadership role? RecruitME is recruiting for a leading UK property services contractor with an established East Midlands operation. This opportunity suits an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, Lead Quantity Surveyor or commercially strong Managing QS who wants ownership of a portfolio of planned maintenance, refurbishment and social housing contracts. Following an internal promotion, you will have the opportunity to influence commercial decisions, mentor developing surveyors and help drive regional performance.
The opportunity Lead commercial management across multiple planned works and social housing contracts Prepare and review monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), valuations, forecasts and reports Monitor expenditure, margins, cash flow, work in progress and commercial risk Oversee subcontractor procurement, accounts, payments, variations and final accounts Support tendering, estimating, cost planning and commercial negotiations Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and operational leaders Mentor Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors and support regional leadership
What we're looking for At least five years' commercial Quantity Surveying experience At least three years' UK social housing experience At least three years' planned works or planned maintenance experience BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying Strong hands-on experience with CVRs, valuations, forecasts and final accounts Confidence overseeing multiple projects/contracts and guiding junior colleagues Strong communication, negotiation and commercial judgment Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the East Midlands
What's in it for you? £60,000–£65,000 basic salary Performance-related bonus up to 25%, subject to scheme terms Generous car allowance 23 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus holiday buy/sell scheme Company pension, enhanced sick pay and enhanced family leave Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Professional development, leadership opportunities and long-term progression
Who would this suit? An established Senior QS ready for a Lead role; a Lead QS seeking a fresh challenge; or a Managing QS who enjoys hands-on commercial delivery and team development. Experience in refurbishment, retrofit, passive fire protection or wider property services is beneficial. Why apply? Join an established UK property services business and take a meaningful role in shaping commercial performance across the East Midlands. This is a genuine opportunity to combine senior technical responsibility with leadership progression. If you have senior-level Quantity Surveying experience in social housing planned works, apply through RecruitME for a confidential discussion.
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Lead Quantity Surveyor - Planned Works in Derby employer: Recruitme (Grantham) Limited
Join a well-established, employee-owned contractor in Lincolnshire that prioritises its employees' growth and well-being. With a strong focus on collaboration and career development, this company offers a supportive work culture, competitive salary, generous annual leave, and unique benefits such as free office lunches and an Employee Ownership Trust scheme. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful employment in a stable environment where your contributions are genuinely valued.
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Recruitme (Grantham) Limited Recruitment Team
