Quantity Surveyor in London

Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing / Planned Maintenance

Location: Bromley & London

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum

We are recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of social housing and planned maintenance projects across Bromley and London. This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of project finances, manage supply chain relationships, and contribute to wider commercial strategy, with potential to supervise junior QS resources.

Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Financial Reporting

• Set and manage budgets for preliminaries, plant, labour, and materials
• Maintain accurate monthly cost-to-complete forecasts aligned with project delivery
• Develop and update cashflow forecasts
• Produce monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) reports, including variance analysis and financial commentary
• Provide regular updates on project budget performance to the Managing QS

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Develop procurement schedules in line with project programmes
• Prepare and issue tender documentation for subcontractors and supply chain procurement
• Lead subcontractor analysis and prepare recommendation reports
• Negotiate subcontractor terms to secure best value
• Manage plant procurement strategies and monitor on-hire plant and equipment usage

Contract & Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with contract setup procedures and company authorisation processes
• Conduct site visits to validate tender assumptions and project conditions
• Provide commercial feedback to estimating teams based on out-turn performance
• Complete contract close-out tasks, including demobilisation and final account finalisation

Subcontractor & Site Management

• Carry out site measurements and agree valuations with subcontractors
• Issue payment certificates and manage pay‑less notices as required
• Ensure all certification and documentation is in place prior to payment
• Proactively manage subcontractor relationships to mitigate dispute

Valuation & Client Interface

• Prepare and submit accurate interim valuations, including variations
• Agree valuations with client representatives
• Submit supporting documentation including photographs, site records, and certification
• Monitor outstanding payments and support debt recovery, including retention releases
• Upload valuation documentation to company commercial systems (e.g. SharePoint, Dropbox)

Variation & Final Account Management

• Price and submit variations in line with contractual mechanisms
• Ensure variations are fully substantiated and documented
• Support site teams in identifying and recording variations in real time
• Prepare and agree final accounts within contractual timescales
• Work closely with finance to close out accounts and recover outstanding balances

Commercial Performance & Risk Management

• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities through live risk registers
• Monitor project KPIs and advise on mitigation strategies
• Maintain strict cost control to protect and enhance margins
• Liaise closely with project and site teams to support efficient delivery

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience

• Degree (BSc) or Diploma (HND/HNC) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Experience within social housing and/or planned maintenance sectors
• Knowledge of pricing models including NHF SOR, schedules of rates, BOQs, basket rates
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts (essential), with knowledge of NEC, TPC, and PPC
• Experience using commercial software such as COINS, C-Link, and Microsoft Office

Skills & Attributes

• Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solution‑focused approach
• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and discretion
• Confident engaging with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

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