At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team and manage contract commercials for impactful projects.
- Company: Established organisation with a strong reputation in social housing.
- Benefits: Stability, career growth, and the chance to influence key decisions.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with a high-profile contract and develop your leadership skills.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while solving complex challenges in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial surveying and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are recruiting for an experienced Managing Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a major, long-term contract within a well-established and financially secure organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile contract while leading and developing a strong commercial team. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, working with data, and influencing key decisions, this role offers both stability and the chance to make a real impact.
The Role
- Lead and inspire a high-performing commercial team
- Take full ownership of contract commercials, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting
- Manage risk and identify opportunities to improve performance and efficiency
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Analyse and interrogate data using advanced Excel skills, including working with SOR codes where applicable
- Prepare and present commercial reports to senior leadership
- Support operational teams to align commercial and service delivery objectives
- Drive continuous improvement across the contract
About You
We’re looking for someone who can bring:
- Proven experience in a commercial or surveying role (e.g. Managing Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor)
- Background in construction, property services, or asset management
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracts, cost control, and financial management
Managing Surveyor - Social Housing in Devon employer: RG Setsquare
Join a well-established and financially secure organisation that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Managing Surveyor, you will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development, while also having the opportunity to lead a high-performing team on a significant contract. With a focus on continuous improvement and strong stakeholder relationships, this role not only offers stability but also the chance to make a meaningful impact in the social housing sector.
